Is an intro to C++ class worth it for someone familiar with basic programming concepts?

I'm not really into computer programming that much but I think it's interesting. I know most of the basics and can work my way around a simple program in Visual Basic or put together an ASP website, but I don't know any C++ or really complicated stuff. My Community College doesn't describe what's on the C++ curriculum except it probably doesn't cover much OOP stuff. So from your experiences, did the class cover more than just if then stuff, will there be challenging programs I'll have to make, etc.

Is an intro to C++ class worth it for someone familiar with basic programming concepts?
it's worth it. otherwise buy a textbook
Reply:Intro to C++ is just what it sounds like. An intro class. If you know another programming language, you really dont need to take an intro class because the basic CONCEPTS are the hardest to get. Once you understand the basics behind it, how to write it is extremely simple. However, if you dont an intro class is perfect for you.





Let me give you a tip. C++ is not worth your time. If you want to take class that may actually help you in life take java. The compilers for java are much MUCH better (eclipse is my personal favorite) and java is a lot easier to do extremely complex things with. Trust me, when you get into recursion you will thank me.
Reply:I'd recommend that you find out what instructor will be teaching the class and when they may have a couple of free minutes to speak with you. Ask before you enroll, it could make a difference if the instructor is enthusiastic or not. Other than that, don't be afraid to ask "dumb" questions or smart ones either. Pushing an instructor that expects a lower level of performance may get you answers to a slightly higher level. The only downside is the instructor will love you or hate you, but you can't do this and stay below the radar;-) Beyond that, it is never a waste of time to familiarize yourself with a new language's syntax and procedural usage. Methods in OOP are just procedures in disguise.


I hope this helps you decide