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“An understanding of every language-technical detail of a language feature or library component is neither necessary nor sufficient for writing good programs. In fact, an obsession with understanding every little detail is a prescription for awful - overelaborate and overly clever code.”

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The C++ Programming Language

This book is a detailed reference for programmers looking to master the C++ programming language. It includes in-depth coverage of the language's core concepts, object-oriented programming, and advanced features. The text is designed to be both a learning tool and a reference for experienced programmers. more

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