An Introduction to Programming With C++

Sixth Edition
Author: Diane Zak
ISBN #: 0538466529
©2011   Publish Date: 01/06/2010
Binding: PB
Pages: 944
Publisher: Cengage Learning

Price: $199.95

Description:

An Introduction to Programming with C++, Sixth Edition is the latest C++ offering from Diane Zak. This book is distinct from other textbooks because of its unique approach, which motivates students by demonstrating why they need to learn the concepts and skills presented. Each chapter contains Mini-Quizzes, Labs, and Try This features to help readers practice and absorb the content as they go along. This edition also includes completely new applications and exercises, more IPO charts and flowcharts, and a brand new interior design.

Product Benefits:

  • New easier to use format - Concept and Application Lessons have been streamlined and exercises are all at the end of the chapter.
  • New exercises, labs, mini-quizzes, and examples throughout the book.
  • Programs now include the using namespace std; directive rather than individual directives, such as using std::cout; and using std::cin;
  • More IPO charts included in the chapters, with flowcharts available for many of them. Flowcharts can also be found online.
  • Two appendices show students how to create and run C++ programs using Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 and Dev C++.
  • All exercises are now marked using one of the following designations: TRY THIS, MODIFY THIS, INTRODUCTORY, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, or SWAT THE BUGS. Answers to 'TRY THIS' exercises are provided at the end of each chapter.
  • Can be purchased with Visual Studio 2008. Contact your sales representative for more information.
  • SAM Test bank available.

Table of Contents:

1 An Introduction to Programming.
2 Beginning the Problem-Solving Process.
3 Variables and Constants.
4 Completing the Problem-Solving Process.
5 The Selection Structure.
6 More on the Selection Structure.
7 The Repetition Structure.
8 More on the Repetition Structure.
9 Value-Returning Functions.
10 Void Functions.
11 One-Dimensional Arrays.
12 Two-Dimensional Arrays.
13 Strings.
14 Sequential Access Files.

Appendix A Answers to Mini-Quizzes and Labs.
Appendix B C++ Keywords.
Appendix C ASCII Codes.
Appendix D How to Use Microsoft Visual C++ 2010.
Appendix E How to Use Dev-C++.
Appendix F Classes and Objects.

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