C++

Module 1: Introduction to C++

1.1. What is C++?

   - History and evolution of C++

   - Purpose and applications of C++

1.2. Setting up the Development Environment

   - Installing a C++ compiler (e.g., GCC, Visual C++)

   - Configuring Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) or text editors

Module 2: C++ Basics

2.1. C++ Syntax and Structure

   - Variables, data types, and operators

   - Control flow (if statements, loops)

2.2. Functions and Methods

   - Defining and calling functions

   - Parameters and return values

Module 3: Object-Oriented Programming in C++

3.1. Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

   - Classes and objects

   - Inheritance and polymorphism

3.2. Advanced OOP Concepts

   - Encapsulation, abstraction, and inheritance

   - Method overriding and overloading

Module 4: Pointers, Memory Management, and Smart Pointers

4.1. Understanding Pointers

   - Pointer basics and pointer arithmetic

   - Pointers to functions and objects

4.2. Dynamic Memory Allocation

   - Memory allocation with `new` and `delete`

   - Memory leaks and resource management

4.3. Introduction to Smart Pointers

   - Shared pointers and unique pointers

   - Avoiding memory leaks with smart pointers

Module 5: Exception Handling

5.1. Handling Errors and Exceptions

   - Try-catch blocks

   - Custom exception classes

Module 6: File Handling and Input/Output (I/O)

6.1. Reading and Writing Files

   - Working with text and binary files

   - File I/O operations

Module 7: Standard Template Library (STL)

7.1. Containers

   - Vectors, lists, queues, and stacks

   - Iterators and algorithms

7.2. STL Algorithms

   - Sorting, searching, and manipulating data

   - Custom comparators and functors

Module 8: C++11, C++14, and C++17 Features

8.1. Modern C++ Features

   - Lambda expressions

   - Range-based for loops

   - Type inference with `auto`

8.2. C++11 Smart Pointers and Move Semantics

   - Unique pointers and move constructors

   - Rvalue references

Module 9: Template Metaprogramming

9.1. Introduction to Template Metaprogramming

   - Template basics and template specialization

   - Compile-time vs. runtime computation

Module 10: C++ Best Practices and Code Quality

10.1. Code Quality and Code Review

     - Writing clean and maintainable code

     - Code reviews and best practices

Module 11: C++ Project Development

11.1. Building a Complete C++ Project

     - Students work on a real-world C++ project, applying their knowledge to create a practical software application.

11.2. Project Presentation

     - Students present their projects to the class, showcasing their C++ skills and project outcomes.

This comprehensive C++ course provides students with a strong foundation in the C++ programming language, object-oriented and generic programming principles, and practical software development. It includes hands-on coding exercises, a capstone project, and discussions about best practices in C++ development. Additional resources and real-world examples are essential for students to become proficient C++ developers.