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# Programming Fundamentals using C++
**Course Description**
Build a strong programming foundation with C++ by learning how to think like a programmer and solve problems with confidence. This course is designed for beginners and covers everything from coding fundamentals to object-oriented programming, making it an ideal starting point for college students preparing for internships and placements.
**Course Duration:** 8 Weeks
**Class Schedule:**
* 3 Classes per Week
* 1.5 Hours per Class
**Batch Timings:** Multiple batches available.
**Seat Availability:** Limited seats per batch.
**Contact:** Contact the institute for batch timings, seat availability, and enrollment details.
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### Detailed Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Programming & C++
* Understand how programming works and how computers execute code.
* Set up VS Code and the C++ development environment.
* Write your first C++ program.
* Learn the program structure and compilation process.
Module 2: C++ Fundamentals
* Variables, data types, and operators.
* Input and output using `cin` and `cout`.
* Type casting and expressions.
* Writing clean and readable code.
Module 3: Decision Making & Loops
* `if`, `else`, and `switch` statements.
* `for`, `while`, and `do-while` loops.
* Pattern printing and logical thinking exercises.
* Nested loops and control statements.
Module 4: Functions & Memory Concepts
* Creating reusable functions.
* Parameter passing and return values.
* References and variable scope.
* Introduction to memory management.
Module 5: Arrays & Strings
* One-dimensional and two-dimensional arrays.
* Character arrays and string manipulation.
* Searching and basic array operations.
* Practical coding exercises.
Module 6: Pointers & Dynamic Memory
* Understanding memory addresses and pointers.
* Pointer arithmetic and dereferencing.
* Dynamic memory allocation using `new` and `delete`.
* Common pointer mistakes and debugging.
Module 7: Object-Oriented Programming
* Classes and objects.
* Constructors and destructors.
* Inheritance and polymorphism.
* Encapsulation and abstraction.
* Building object-oriented applications.
Module 8: Advanced C++ Concepts
* Structures and unions.
* Function and class templates.
* Lambda functions.
* Exception handling using `try`, `catch`, and `throw`.
Module 9: STL & Modern C++
* Working with vectors, pairs, and iterators.
* Introduction to the Standard Template Library.
* File handling in C++.
* Modern C++ coding practices.
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