Introduction To C++ Programming

C++ BASICS & CONTROL STRUCTURES

Beginner Study Notes




1. Introduction to C++

C++ is a general-purpose programming language used for system software,

applications, games, and competitive programming.

Key Features

 Developed by Bjarne Stroustrup

 Fast and efficient

 Supports procedural and object-oriented programming

Sample Program:

#include <iostream>

using namespace std;




int main() {

cout << "Hello, World!" << endl;

return 0;

}




2. Variables and Data Types

, Common Data Types

Data Type Description

int Whole numbers

float Decimal numbers

double Large decimals

char Single character

string Text

Example

int age = 20;

float salary = 4500.50;

char grade = 'A';

string name = "Allen";




3. Constants and Operators

Constants

const int MAX = 100;

Operators

 Arithmetic: + - * / %

 Comparison: == != > < >= <=