C++ for Java Programmers

Best selling author Mark Allen Weiss wrote this book as a concise no-nonsense introduction to C++ for experienced programmers learning a second language or for use as a supplemental reference in C++ based courses such as data structures. The book could be used as a primary textbook for moderately experienced Java programmers who need a concise and authoritative tutorial/reference to C++. He builds on students existing knowledge of Java programming and Weiss covers all important aspects of the complex C++ language in under 300 pages.

• Accessible presentation.

  • Takes into consideration students' Java background, and offers them a highly usable presentation on the key C++ features.

• Contains insightful Java versus C++ comparative material.

  • Leverages students and teachers knowledge of Java by providing information about key language differences.

  • Allows a faster path to productive C++ programming than 1000 page tomes.

• Includes thorough coverage of OOP.

  • Students can transfer their OOP skills to the Rich C++ environment while avoiding traps and pitfalls.

• Coverage of C programming material.

  • Useful for advanced courses that require C programming or C++ programming that interfaces with C-style library routines.

• An entire chapter devoted to JNI.

  • Includes practical advice about C++ traps and pitfalls.