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 Somewhat hard to read. February 3, 2009
E. Carter
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The problem I have with Prata's books is that his examples are overly complicated making them difficult to follow and he often carries them over to later chapters. So, not only does the reader have to remember C++ but also previous examples often full of nonsense jargon and this is not good. The book has the information in it but it is difficult to find the answers much of the time the way the book is organized.
However, Prata knows his subject and it's an invaluable reference book.
 c++ Primer by Stephen Prata January 22, 2009
Jimmo (Portland, OR)
Mr. Prata displays a great sense of humor, in addition to a very excellent style of discourse. Examples clearly fit his explanations. Easy to read, easy to learn, easy to like. Java-heads, beware!
Simply marvellous! January 3, 2009
S. Blachos (Greece)
Being an IT student, having to learn C++ in just 4 to 5 months means you need to have a good book. My university suggests reading another great book (C++ by Bjarne Stroustrup) which is fine but C++ Primer is definitely the winner for me! It has material well spread over its 1000+ pages with good examples, guiding you and covering all possible logical holes. Previous C knowledge is not a perquisite so the book has some material which could be boring for a C master. Everyone else might as well find a good C review in it. Overall, I think it is for me, as good as K&R was for C... Thanks Mr Prata!
Superb training tool and all-around guide October 21, 2008
M. Holmes (Charleston, WV USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
With this book, Stephen Prata has written an indispensable guide to the C++ programming language. Through its seventeen chapters, the author takes a reader from the most basic elements of C++ all the way to more advanced topics such as linked lists, function pointers, templates, and more.
The book is laid out so that it is easy to "start where you need to": if you are a newcomer to C++, start in Chapter 1. If your skills are more advanced, scan through the chapters to find where your knowledge is lacking or your confidence in your skills in that area is weak. (However, even the more advanced programmer may wish to at least do the programming exercises at the end of each chapter, as they do provide an excellent review).
One thing I found refreshing was Mr. Prata's style in writing. In a book this size on a topic of this nature, it would be easy for the material to be dry. Sadly, many programming books are exactly that and can make the study process tedious at best. However, Mr. Prata (Dr. Prata? Forgive me for using the incorrect title if he is a Ph.D.) approaches the topic with a refreshing humor that is lacking in books of this genre. Also, the end of chapter programming exercises are well thought out and very relevant to the material contained in the chapter.
This book is by no means an exhaustive treatment of C++, particularly as pertains to such advanced topics as error and exception handling, STL classes, and templates, and the author says as much at the end of chapter 17. However, a book that WAS an exhaustive discourse on all that C++ offers would more closely resemble a set of encyclopedias.
By all means, I would recommend C++ Primer Plus to ANYONE who programs in C++, would like to learn, or would like to learn more about this powerful language.
best c++ book i've read, hands down. October 19, 2008
gleng (Houston, Texas)
I have read quite a few books on c++ but this one by far is the best i've read. I don't think it's possible for a better book to come out. Stephen Prata is an excellent teacher, and after reading this have a strong, very deep understand of the language. Great examples, code has been flawless, and even brings humor to the table. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
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