C / C++ / C#: Most Popular Articles
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Blow by Blow Instructions
Learn How to Install Turbo C++.
Learn How to Install Turbo C++.
Objects 101
C++ Classes and Objects - Learn about C++ Classes and Objects
C++ Classes and Objects - Learn about C++ Classes and Objects
About Input and Output
An example of using cout with various manipulators and functions.
An example of using cout with various manipulators and functions.
C++ For Beginners
C++ for Beginners- Learn about C++, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
C++ for Beginners- Learn about C++, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
Compiling A Program
Learn how to create a project, edit source files and then compile and run your first program.
Learn how to create a project, edit source files and then compile and run your first program.
C++ Programming Tutorial
Learn C++ Programming with an extensive tutorial.
Learn C++ Programming with an extensive tutorial.
C# For Beginners
C# for Beginners- Learn about C#, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
C# for Beginners- Learn about C#, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
Database - Definition
Definition of Database
Definition of Database
About Software Engineering
Looks at the practice of Software Engineering and what a Software Engineer does compared to a programmer.
Looks at the practice of Software Engineering and what a Software Engineer does compared to a programmer.
C For Beginners
C for Beginners- Learn about c, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
C for Beginners- Learn about c, what it's for, how it compares with other computer programming languages and how to get started programming.
Download, Install Watcom C/C++
Describes how to download the Open Watcom C/C++ Compiler and Install it
Describes how to download the Open Watcom C/C++ Compiler and Install it
Read/Write Anywhere
In this C++ programming tutorial, learn about random access file access and binary files through fstream.
In this C++ programming tutorial, learn about random access file access and binary files through fstream.
C Tutorial
Learn c programming with an extensive tutorial.
Learn c programming with an extensive tutorial.
Constructors 101
In this lesson on constructors in C++, learn about default constructors, assignment operators and copy constructors and how to use them.
In this lesson on constructors in C++, learn about default constructors, assignment operators and copy constructors and how to use them.
The Easy Way to Document
This tutorial shows you how to get started with a portable open source wiki called Wiki on a Stick.
This tutorial shows you how to get started with a portable open source wiki called Wiki on a Stick.
Programming Language Shoot-out
Comparing C,C++ and C# against other popular programming languages giving relative strengths and weaknesses
Comparing C,C++ and C# against other popular programming languages giving relative strengths and weaknesses
All about Pointers
C Programming Tutorial Introduction to Random Access File Handling
C Programming Tutorial Introduction to Random Access File Handling
What you need for the tutorial
A list of requirements needed before starting the C++ tutorial.
A list of requirements needed before starting the C++ tutorial.
About Programming Languages.
This explains what a programming language is, what it's used for, which programming languages there are and
This explains what a programming language is, what it's used for, which programming languages there are and
Definition of Compiler
Definition of Compiler
Definition of Compiler
Wizard - Definition
Definition of Wizard
Definition of Wizard
Starting to Program Games
Ever thought of programming games, either for yourself or for a game publisher. Learn what is involved.
Ever thought of programming games, either for yourself or for a game publisher. Learn what is involved.
About C, C++ and C#
This is an overview of C,C++ and C#
This is an overview of C,C++ and C#
The Joy of Coding
Find out what is involved with programming, what happens and some of the things you can do with it.
Find out what is involved with programming, what happens and some of the things you can do with it.
C++ Programming Language
About the programming language C++
About the programming language C++
Compiling C
How to compile C programs with Microsoft Visual C++ 2005
How to compile C programs with Microsoft Visual C++ 2005
About databases
Learn what makes a database, the different types of database, what normalization is about and a brief overview of SQL.
Learn what makes a database, the different types of database, what normalization is about and a brief overview of SQL.
Programming Techniques
A look at the string class Join and Split, PadLeft and PadRight methods and functions.
A look at the string class Join and Split, PadLeft and PadRight methods and functions.
Application - Definition
Definition of Application
Definition of Application
A Car Simulation
Learn C# by an Object Oriented Approach to Programming
Learn C# by an Object Oriented Approach to Programming
Object Oriented Programming
This describes Object Oriented Programming in simple terms and how it differs from procedural programming and the concepts of encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism
This describes Object Oriented Programming in simple terms and how it differs from procedural programming and the concepts of encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism
C# Programming Language
About the programming language C#
About the programming language C#
Compilers and Interpreters
Learn about the differences between compiling and interpreting, and which languages fall into each category.
Learn about the differences between compiling and interpreting, and which languages fall into each category.
Linked Lists for Beginners
this explains how the linked list in example 1 works
this explains how the linked list in example 1 works
Free C# Ebooks
A list of free ebooks, either online or downloadable.
A list of free ebooks, either online or downloadable.
High Resolution Timing in C++
Learn how to time events in C++ with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
Learn how to time events in C++ with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
About C#
This is a detailed look at the programming language C#
This is a detailed look at the programming language C#
C# Tutorial
Learn C# programming with a set of extensive tutorials.
Learn C# programming with a set of extensive tutorials.
Controlling Program Flow
Learn about the while and do while loop statements.
Learn about the while and do while loop statements.
Switches and Circuits
Learn what makes a computer tick. How does software fit into the big picture and how does it interact with hardware?
Learn what makes a computer tick. How does software fit into the big picture and how does it interact with hardware?
How do I Become a Programmer?
Want to become a career programmer, freelance programmer or just learn how to program for recreational purposes? Start your new career here!
Want to become a career programmer, freelance programmer or just learn how to program for recreational purposes? Start your new career here!
Fastest Correct Wins
This is the challenge page for the sixteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can solve 1,000 sliding puzzles.
This is the challenge page for the sixteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can solve 1,000 sliding puzzles.
About C++
This is a detailed look at the Programming Language C++
This is a detailed look at the Programming Language C++
XOR - Definition
Definition of XOR
Definition of XOR
About C
This is a detailed look at the Programming Language C
This is a detailed look at the Programming Language C
IDE - Definition
Definition of IDE
Definition of IDE
How Data is Held in RAM
Learn about variables, the different types of data that can be stored in a variable including ints, floats, objects, structs and strings.
Learn about variables, the different types of data that can be stored in a variable including ints, floats, objects, structs and strings.
Safer By Far!
In this lesson on strings in C++ programming, learn how to use strings and all the different string methods.
In this lesson on strings in C++ programming, learn how to use strings and all the different string methods.
1-5 (By Henry Spencer)
A list of 10 C Progrmming commandments written by henry Spencer
A list of 10 C Progrmming commandments written by henry Spencer
Definition of Variable
Definition of Variable
Definition of Variable
Compiling Hello World
Explains how to compile your first example application written in C++
Explains how to compile your first example application written in C++
Definition of Array
Definition of Array
Definition of Array
Encapsulation - Definition
Definition of Encapsulation
Definition of Encapsulation
Bigger Rooms Wins
This is the challenge page for the fifteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can a nine level dungeon of rooms and corridors.
This is the challenge page for the fifteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can a nine level dungeon of rooms and corridors.
Inline Functions - Definition
Definition of Inline Functions
Definition of Inline Functions
Object - Definition
Definition of Object
Definition of Object
Command Prompt Shortcut
Learn how to add the command prompt short cut to the Windows Explorer right-click menu.
Learn how to add the command prompt short cut to the Windows Explorer right-click menu.
High Resolution Timing in C#
Learn how to time events in C# with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
Learn how to time events in C# with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
My Favourites
A List of my favourite Open Source Projects
A List of my favourite Open Source Projects
C++ Programming
Learn how to start debugging your applications.
Learn how to start debugging your applications.
Bits and Bobs
In this C programming lesson on low level operations, learn about manipulating bits with binary and, or and xor to access and change individual bits.
In this C programming lesson on low level operations, learn about manipulating bits with binary and, or and xor to access and change individual bits.
Install VC# 2005
Explains how to download and install Visual C# 2005 Express Edition then test that you can compile a simple application.
Explains how to download and install Visual C# 2005 Express Edition then test that you can compile a simple application.
Handling Numbers
Learn how to use numbers in your C++ programs. Find out about variables and how to move numbers between variables. What is the difference between a float and an int?
Learn how to use numbers in your C++ programs. Find out about variables and how to move numbers between variables. What is the difference between a float and an int?
Source Code
Definition of Source Code
Definition of Source Code
Function - Definition
Definition of Function
Definition of Function
Fast and Correct Wins!
This is the challenge page for the fourteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can multiply several pairs of very large numbers together..
This is the challenge page for the fourteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can multiply several pairs of very large numbers together..
Definition of Operating System
Definition of Operating System
Definition of Operating System
How Fast is Your Code?
This is the challenge page for the first Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# to calculate the 100000th number in the sequence from 123456789 to 987654321 where each digit occurs only once.
This is the challenge page for the first Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# to calculate the 100000th number in the sequence from 123456789 to 987654321 where each digit occurs only once.
Something you can count on
Learn a programming technique that will improve your code's reliability and reduce the number of bugs.
Learn a programming technique that will improve your code's reliability and reduce the number of bugs.
Fundamentals of Programming C#
Understanding the basics of variables
Understanding the basics of variables
Pass By Reference - Definition
Definition of Pass By Reference
Definition of Pass By Reference
C Strings 101
A quick recap about the limited string capabilities of c
A quick recap about the limited string capabilities of c
How Good is Your Code?
This is an ongoing challenge where players write dlls to play Rock Scissors and Paper in C, C++ and C#.
This is an ongoing challenge where players write dlls to play Rock Scissors and Paper in C, C++ and C#.
C - the Programming Language
Learn about the programming language C
Learn about the programming language C
Pass By Value - Definition
Definition of Pass By Value
Definition of Pass By Value
Class - Definition
Definition of Class
Definition of Class
VC++ 2005 Express Review
A Detailed Review of Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition
A Detailed Review of Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition
Definition of Type
Definition of Type
Definition of Type
Need a good reference?
Learn about C++ reference variables
Learn about C++ reference variables
Install VC++2005
Explains how to download and install Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition then test that you can compile a simple application.
Explains how to download and install Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition then test that you can compile a simple application.
Using OutputDebugString
Learn a simple debugging technique for those awkward bugs that only occur in release code.
Learn a simple debugging technique for those awkward bugs that only occur in release code.
Machine Code - Definition
Definition of Machine Code
Definition of Machine Code
Open Source - Definition
Definition of Open Source
Definition of Open Source
Algorithm - Definition
Definition of Algorithm
Definition of Algorithm
Method - Definition
Definition of Method
Definition of Method
How To Build a Web Site
A review of the book "Build Your Own ASP.NET 2.0 Web Site Using C# and VB"
A review of the book "Build Your Own ASP.NET 2.0 Web Site Using C# and VB"
Learn Qt 4 with C++
A book review of the Prentice Hall book An Introduction to Design Patterns in C++ with Qt 4, authors Alan and Paul Ezust.
A book review of the Prentice Hall book An Introduction to Design Patterns in C++ with Qt 4, authors Alan and Paul Ezust.
Constant - Definition
Definition of Constant
Definition of Constant
. NET - Definition
Definition of .NET
Definition of .NET
Pesudo Random Numbers
Learn about how random numbers are generated, distributions, Linear Congruential Generators and more.
Learn about how random numbers are generated, distributions, Linear Congruential Generators and more.
Assembly Language - Definition
Definition of Assembly Language
Definition of Assembly Language
Fastest Wins
This is the challenge page for the seventeenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can play Life quickly.
This is the challenge page for the seventeenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# that can play Life quickly.
Framework - Definition
Definition of Framework
Definition of Framework
Working It Out
Learn about Expressions and statements, what they are, how and when to use them.
Learn about Expressions and statements, what they are, how and when to use them.
About DirectX
About DirectX the development library for Windows PCs.
About DirectX the development library for Windows PCs.
String - Definition
Definition of String
Definition of String
Simulating Checkout Tills
Learn how to write a simple SuperMarket checkout simulation
Learn how to write a simple SuperMarket checkout simulation
Byte - Definition
Definition of Byte
Definition of Byte
Inheritance - Definition
Definition of Inheritance
Definition of Inheritance
Server - Definition
Definition of Server
Definition of Server
What will happen?
A look forward over the 12 months in regard to programming languages and what the year will bring (or not).
A look forward over the 12 months in regard to programming languages and what the year will bring (or not).
Procedural Programming
Definition of Procedural Programming.
Definition of Procedural Programming.
Recursion - Definition
Definition of Recursion
Definition of Recursion
Definition - API
Definition of API
Definition of API
Bit - Definition
Definition of Bit
Definition of Bit
Squuezing Redundancy Out
This describes data compression, the different types of compression such as lossy or lossless and how compression is used everyday in computing.
This describes data compression, the different types of compression such as lossy or lossless and how compression is used everyday in computing.
Float - Definition
Definition of Float
Definition of Float
Int - Definition
Definition of Int
Definition of Int
High Resolution Timing in C
Learn how to time events in C with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
Learn how to time events in C with microsecond accuracy using the built in fast counter in Windows. This article provides code plus an explanation of how to do the timing.
Avoid dll crashes
Learn about the calling conventions used by functions in dlls, and the pitfalls involved when writing cross platform or multi language code.
Learn about the calling conventions used by functions in dlls, and the pitfalls involved when writing cross platform or multi language code.
Operating Systems 101
Explains what an Operating System is and isn't, how programmers use them and how applications are run.
Explains what an Operating System is and isn't, how programmers use them and how applications are run.
About Compilers
Learn what a compiler does, how it analyzes the source code of the program then generates machine code.
Learn what a compiler does, how it analyzes the source code of the program then generates machine code.
Least Shots Wins!
This is the challenge page for the thirteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# to sink all the enemy ships in Battleships in the minimum number of shots.
This is the challenge page for the thirteenth Cplus programming challenge. Write an application in C,C++ or C# to sink all the enemy ships in Battleships in the minimum number of shots.
AI - Definition
Definition of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Definition of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Header File - Definition
Definition of Header File
Definition of Header File
Constructor - Definition
Definition of Constructor
Definition of Constructor
Pointer - Definition
Definition of Pointer
Definition of Pointer
Fixing Minor Compile Errors
The Space Trader game was written in an earlier version of Visual C# and has a few easy to fix errors when compiled under Microsoft Visual C# 2005 Express Edition. This article describe show to fix those errors.
The Space Trader game was written in an earlier version of Visual C# and has a few easy to fix errors when compiled under Microsoft Visual C# 2005 Express Edition. This article describe show to fix those errors.
Ten Programming Contests
This is a list of over ten programming contests that take place annually or more frequently where C, C++ or C# programs can be entered.
This is a list of over ten programming contests that take place annually or more frequently where C, C++ or C# programs can be entered.
Polymorphism - Definition
Definition of Polymorphism
Definition of Polymorphism
Program - Definition
Definition of Program
Definition of Program
CPU - Central Processing Unit
Definition of CPU
Definition of CPU
All about Functions
In this lesson on functions, learn about functions, how to call them and how to write your own.
In this lesson on functions, learn about functions, how to call them and how to write your own.
Hash Algorithm - Definition
Definition of Hash Algorithm
Definition of Hash Algorithm
Namespace - Definition
Definition of Namespace
Definition of Namespace
SDK - Definition
Definition of SDK
Definition of SDK
Rolling Dice in C#
Want to learn how to simulate dice rolls in C#?
Want to learn how to simulate dice rolls in C#?
Java - definition
Definition of Java
Definition of Java