The Modern C++ Challenge: Become an expert programmer by solving real-world problems - Softcover

Bancila, Marius

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1788993861 ISBN 13: 9781788993869

Publisher: Packt Publishing, 2018

Synopsis

Test your C++ programming skills by solving real-world programming problems covered in the book

Key Features

• Solve a variety of real-world programming and logic problems by leveraging the power of C++17
• Test your skills in using language features, algorithms, data structures, design patterns, and more
• Explore areas such as cryptography, communication, and image handling in C++

Book Description

C++ is one of the most widely-used programming languages and has applications in a variety of fields, such as gaming, GUI programming, and operating systems, to name a few. Through the years, C++ has evolved into (and remains) one of the top choices for software developers worldwide. This book will show you some notable C++ features and how to implement them to meet your application needs. Each problem is unique and doesn't just test your knowledge of the language; it tests your ability to think out of the box and come up with the best solutions. With varying levels of difficulty, you'll be faced with a wide variety of challenges. And in case you're stumped, you don't have to worry: we've got the best solutions to the problems in the book. So are you up for the challenge?

What you will learn

• Serialize and deserialize JSON and XML data
• Perform encryption and signing to facilitate secure communication between parties
• Embed and use SQLite databases in your applications
• Use threads and asynchronous functions to implement generic purpose parallel algorithms
• Compress and decompress files to/from a ZIP archive
• Implement data structures such as circular buffer and priority queue
• Implement general purpose algorithms as well as algorithms that solve specific problems
• Create client-server applications that communicate over TCP/IP
• Consume HTTP REST services
• Use design patterns to solve real-world problems

About this title

About the Author

Marius Bancila Marius Bancila is a software engineer with 15 years of experience in developing solutions for the industrial and financial sectors. He is the author of Modern C++ Programming Cookbook. He focuses on Microsoft technologies and mainly develops desktop applications with C++ and C#. Marius is passionate about sharing his technical expertise with others, and for that reason, he used to be recognized as a Microsoft MVP for more than a decade. Marius can be found on Twitter at @mariusbancila.

Edition details

• Publisher: Packt Publishing
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1788993861
• ISBN 13: 9781788993869
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 328