The real challenge of programming isn't learning a language's
syntax--it's learning to creatively solve problems so you can build
something great. In this one-of-a-kind text, author V. Anton Spraul
breaks down the ways that programmers solve problems and teaches you
what other introductory books often ignore: how to Think Like a
Programmer. Each chapter tackles a single programming concept, like
classes, pointers, and recursion, and open-ended exercises throughout
challenge you to apply your knowledge.
You'll also learn how to:
-Split problems into discrete components to make them easier to solve
-Make the most of code reuse with functions, classes, and libraries
-Pick the perfect data structure for a particular job
-Master more advanced programming tools like recursion and dynamic
memory
-Organize your thoughts and develop strategies to tackle particular
types of problems
Although the book's examples are written in C++, the creative
problem-solving concepts they illustrate go beyond any particular
language; in fact, they often reach outside the realm of computer
science. As the most skillful programmers know, writing great code is a
creative art--and the first step in creating your masterpiece is
learning to Think Like a Programmer.