The Standard C++ Library
The 1998 C++ standard consists of two parts: the core language and the C++ standard library; the latter includes most […]
C++ Programming Tutorials — Fundamentals to Advanced Techniques
C++ is one of the most powerful and widely used programming languages in the world. Built on the foundation of C, it adds object-oriented programming, generic programming through templates, and the rich Standard Template Library — making it the language of choice for game development, systems programming, high-frequency trading, real-time applications, and performance-critical software.
MYCPLUS has been one of the web’s longest-running C++ programming resources, publishing tutorials, source code examples and practical guides since 2004. This section covers everything from the absolute basics of C++ syntax through to modern C++ features introduced in C++11, C++14, C++17 and beyond. You will find clear explanations of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation, practical STL container and algorithm examples, and real-world source code that demonstrates how C++ is used in professional software development.
Whether you are a student learning C++ for the first time, a C programmer making the transition to object-oriented development, or an experienced developer exploring modern C++ features like smart pointers, move semantics and lambda expressions — this section has the resources you need to level up your C++ skills.
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- C++ fundamentals — classes, objects, constructors, destructors, access modifiers and the core OOP model
- Inheritance and polymorphism — class hierarchies, virtual functions, abstract classes and runtime polymorphism
- STL mastery — vectors, maps, sets, iterators and the standard algorithms library with practical examples
- Modern C++ features — smart pointers, move semantics, lambda expressions, auto typing and range-based loops
- Templates and generic programming — function templates, class templates and template specialisation
- Game development with C++ — how C++ powers game engines, graphics programming and real-time systems
Why MYCPLUS: One of the web’s longest-running C++ resources — trusted since 2004 with hundreds of tutorials, examples and source code projects built for real learning.
C++17 Features Explained — What Changed and What to Use Today
C++17 was ratified in 2017, not proposed. The features that changed everyday C++, each compiled and run, plus the one that can make code slower.
Virtual Functions in C++ — vtables, Pure Virtual Functions, and Abstract Classes
One virtual function grew a class from 4 bytes to 16. Three kept it at 16. What vtables cost, measured, plus the destructor rule nobody mentions.
Pointers in C++ — From Raw Pointers to Smart Pointers (Complete Tutorial)
A unique_ptr is 8 bytes — exactly the same as a raw pointer. Pointers from declaration to ownership, with every claim compiled and measured.
Best Free C and C++ Courses in 2026 (Verified, With Real Certificate Costs)
Nine free C and C++ resources, checked for whether they are actually free, actually maintained, and actually teaching modern C++.
std::string in C++ — The Complete Guide (with string_view and std::format)
Fifteen characters cost nothing; sixteen cost a heap allocation. A measured guide to std::string, string_view, and where the copies come from.
Ternary Operator in C++ (?:): Complete Guide with Examples
The ternary operator (?:) picks between two values in one expression. Tested examples: nesting, constexpr, auto, performance, and C vs C++ rules.
C++23 Features: Complete Guide with Tested Code Examples
C++23 is the production-ready C++ standard: std::print, std::expected, deducing this and completed ranges — every feature explained with tested code.
File Handling in C++: Streams, std::filesystem and Practical Examples
File handling in C++ uses the stream classes ifstream, ofstream and fstream. Tested examples cover reading, writing, errors, binary files and C++17.
Famous Applications Written in C and C++: From Operating Systems to Games
Famous applications written in C and C++ include Windows, Linux, Chrome, Unreal Engine, MySQL and Photoshop. See the full list and why C/C++ endures.
Is C++ Still Relevant in 2026? Industry Use, Jobs and Modern C++
Is C++ still relevant in 2026? TIOBE ranks it #3, C++26 shipped reflection and contracts, and games, browsers and finance still run on it. The data.
C++ Classes Explained: Constructors, Access Specifiers, Members and Objects
C++ classes group data with the functions that operate on it. Learn constructors, access specifiers, RAII and more — every example compiled and tested.