Introduction to C++ Programming Language - Fundamentals and Game Development

Dive into a comprehensive 4-hour video lecture on C++ programming fundamentals, part of Memorial University's Computer Science 4300 course on game programming. Explore essential concepts including C++ origins, syntax, compilation process, memory management, and object-oriented programming principles. Follow along with live coding demonstrations covering variables, functions, file reading, classes, pointers, references, and RAII. Gain insights into C++'s advantages, disadvantages, and evolution through various versions. Learn about crucial topics such as STL containers, namespaces, primitive types, operators, and inheritance. Enhance your understanding of memory concepts, including stack and heap memory, as well as smart pointers. Perfect for aspiring game developers and those seeking a solid foundation in C++ programming.

- Online Resources
- What is C++?
- Advantages / Disadvantages
- C / C++ Origins
- C++ Versions
- Hello World, explained
- Whitespace / Formatting
- STL / Namespaces
- C++ Compilation Process
- Header / Implementation files
- Primitive Types / Operators
- Function / Class Syntax
- STL Containers
- Live Coding Variables, Functions, File Reading, Classes
- Memory Overview
- Stack Memory
- Heap Memory
- Pointers / References
- Pass By Reference / Value
- RAII / Smart Pointers
- Inheritance
- Live Coding Pointers, References, RAII, Classes