Object-Oriented Programming in C++

Course Overview

This course is structured to provide a thorough exploration of OOP principles in C++, starting from the basics of classes and objects to more advanced topics like constructors, destructors, and encapsulation. By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of how to use these concepts to write modular, maintainable, and efficient code in C++.

What You Will Learn

• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++:
  Understand the key principles of OOP and how they can be effectively implemented in C++ to create robust, reusable software.
• Classes and Objects Basics:
  Learn about classes and objects, the core elements of OOP. Discover how to define classes, create objects, and understand their interaction.
• Constructor:
  • Default Constructor:
    Learn how default constructors are used to initialize objects without requiring any input parameters.
  • Parameterized Constructor:
    Understand how parameterized constructors can be used to initialize objects with specific values during object creation.
  • Copy Constructor:
    Explore the copy constructor, which is used to create a new object as a copy of an existing one.
• Destructor:
  Learn about destructors and their importance in resource management, particularly in the context of memory management and object cleanup.

Hands-On Code Examples

The course includes practical examples that will help you understand and apply OOP concepts in real-world programming:

• Encapsulation via Get and Set Methods:
  Implement get and set methods to encapsulate data, ensuring controlled access to class attributes.
• C++ Code Example: Area of a Rectangle:
  Create a class that calculates the area of a rectangle, demonstrating how to define attributes and methods.
• C++ Code Example: Volume of a Cube:
  Implement a class that computes the volume of a cube, highlighting the use of constructors and encapsulation.
• C++ Code Example: Data Abstraction – Public, Private, Protected:
  Learn about data abstraction by defining public, private, and protected members and methods.
• C++ Code Example: Create Items with Counter:
  Implement a class that tracks the number of instances created using static attributes.