Note: this workshop runs in parallel to the main conference on Day 1

C++ is everywhere — from embedded micro-controllers to supercomputers to AAA games to the web browser you’re using right now. Learning new skills is the key to staying at the top as a software developer — and as one of the most widely-used programming languages in the world, basic familiarity with C++ should be string on every professional’s bow.

Initial C++ is a half-day workshop, spread across three sessions, aimed at developers from backgrounds such as Java, C#, Swift or JavaScript looking for an introduction to modern C++. In this intensive course we’ll teach you what you need to know to get started with C++ and kick-start your learning.

We’ll cover:

• “Hello world” in C++
• Getting set up with a compiler and IDE
• Function definitions and declarations
• The C++ compilation model and header files
• Scope-based object lifetime and value semantics
• References and pass-by-reference
• Introducing common standard library facilities such as std::vector, and std::string,

The format will be a mixture of slides and class exercises, with experts on hand to offer advice and feedback. All you need is a laptop, familiarity with general programming concepts and a willingness to learn!

While absolute beginners are welcome, having experience in another language, or maybe you did a bit of C++ years ago, will help you to keep up with the condensed nature of these course.