This class will teach your child how to code in C++! Session 1: Your child will first setup the programming/development environment utilizing Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Community edition. This will enable your child to successfully build, compile, and run a C++ console program, and is imperative to successful coding. The setup of the development environment does take some time, so a good portion of the first session will be devoted to this; especially if the class is at maximum capacity. Session 2: Session 2 will cover the Introduction to Programming. We will discuss: o Computer Programming o Programming Language o C++ Identifiers o C++ Variables o C++ Named Constants o C++ Data Types such at char, int, float, double and c-strings o Declarations of C++ Variables and Named Constants o C++ Assignment Statements and\or Initializing Variables o The Basic Structure of a C++ Program; including Directives, Headings and the int main() function o C++ Style Requirements Lastly, we will conduct a quick review of everything discussed in session 2. Session 3: In session 3, we will briefly go over Basic Problem Solving Vocabulary and Control and Logic Structures to better understand C++ programming. After session 3, detailed notes on these things will be sent out for your child to study. Session 3 will continue with: o Operators and Arithmetic o Mixed Mode Arithmetic o Assignment Expression Usage o Increment and Decrement Operators o Combined Operators Session 4: In session 4, we will cover Basic Input and Output and selection in C++, to include: o Use of Output Streams o Escape Sequences o Using Manipulators to Format Output o Use of Input Streams o Using the IF, nested IF and ELSE IF statements.
Students will learn the basics of the C++ programming language, the history of, and the anatomy of a C++ program; such as basic syntax, and all about variables, statements, expressions, and operators!
Students will need a Windows-based PC, and the ability to download programs that are required for the C++ development environment. A user account with administrative rights is needed. Download Visual Studio 2022 Community edition here: https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/downloads/ DO NOT INSTALL! Just download the executable file! I stress, a Windows based PC is required. If you have a Mac, you can attempt to setup the coding environment in the first class; however, I do not have a MAC so I am unable to assist in setting up xCode, troubleshoot issues, etc.