This advanced course covers the Standard Template Library (STL), concurrency, multithreading, and best practices for code optimization. Learners will explore modern C++ features from C++17 and C++20, and learn how to effectively document their code. The course culminates in a comprehensive project that integrates all learned skills, preparing learners to work with complex C++ applications in professional environments.
Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices
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Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices
This course is part of Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming Professional Certificate
Instructor: Microsoft
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2 hours to complete
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming Professional Certificate
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There is 1 module in this course
This module establishes a solid foundation in modern C++ by emphasizing the effective use of the Standard Template Library (STL) to write high-performance, maintainable code. Learners explore how to select and implement the appropriate STL containers for various data storage and access requirements, apply algorithms to process data efficiently, and utilize iterators to traverse and manipulate container elements with precision. The module also introduces function objects, lambda expressions, custom comparators, and predicates, along with modern C++20 range features, to support expressive and reusable data processing pipelines. Through real-world demonstrations, hands-on coding activities, labs, and guided discussions, learners connect STL concepts to practical performance trade-offs and professional development scenarios, preparing them to design scalable, industry-ready C++ applications.
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2 readings1 assignment2 ungraded labs
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