C++ Beginner Lesson Note
Week 1: Introduction to C++
- What is C++?
- History and applications
- Installing a C++ IDE (Code::Blocks, Dev C++, or OnlineGDB)
Practical:
- Writing your first program: Hello, World!
Example:
#include <iostream>
using namespace std;
int main() {
cout << "Hello, World!" << endl;
return 0;
Week 2: Variables, Data Types, and Input/Output
- Data types: int, float, char, string, bool
- Variable declaration and initialization
- cin and cout
Practical:
- Read name and age from the user and print them
Week 3: Operators and Expressions
- Arithmetic operators: +, -, *, /, %
C++ Beginner Lesson Note
- Assignment, relational, logical operators
- Order of precedence
Practical:
- Simple calculator for two numbers
Week 4: Conditional Statements
- if, else if, else
- switch statement
Practical:
- Grading system
- Simple menu with switch
Week 5: Loops and Repetition
- while, do...while, and for loops
- break and continue
Practical:
- Multiples of 5 printer
- Number guessing game
Week 6: Functions
- Function declaration, definition, and calling
- void vs return types
- Default arguments
- Pass-by-value and pass-by-reference
C++ Beginner Lesson Note
Practical:
- Simple Interest Calculator
- Even or Odd checker
Week 7: Arrays and Strings (Intro)
- Declaring and initializing arrays
- Accessing elements
- Basic string usage with string class
Practical:
- Store and print student scores
- Count vowels in a string
Week 8: Mini Project / Revision
Ideas:
- ATM simulation
- Student result management system
- Phone credit top-up app
Teaching Tips
- Explain each concept with simple analogies (e.g., functions = reusable machines).
- Encourage hands-on practice.
- Use visual aids or diagrams for explaining flow (especially loops and conditionals).
- Include mini-challenges or quizzes at the end of each lesson.