Where to start?

Question

Hi! So I am learning C++ both here on sololearn, and in a university course. I decided to pick it up here on sololearn since I could move at a faster pace than the course would allow. Currently, my professor has only talked about flags, constructors, destructors, and some computation, but nothing like the ways I see it here on SoloLearn(which I prefer so much more). My question is this: If I were to create my own code, how do I understand what type of code I need to achieve my result? For instance, codes within the lessons show examples of printing and calculation, but where does that leave me if I want to learn more on how to create more complex codes, such as some that I see on here for challenges and such?

EDIT:

I guess a follow up for this as well would be: Where can I see more application of the lessons taught? Pointers is a great example, I just don't see the use for them.

Answer 1

All code is built on the basics. Eventually, you build up an "intuition" that allows you to determine which elements go best for a job.

As you continue to solve problems, your program will naturally grow until you have a gleaming jewel, or a steaming pile of crap depending on how experienced you are😉

I suggest looking to books on Programming (you may contact me if you want to know more) if you want to expand your knowledge😁

Answer 2

Hi John Coleman.

If you were to create more complex projects, depending on your experience. You may have enough experience, to fomulate your own method to get the desired result.

In another case you may also use a tutorial or course online.

Answer 3

try to hone your skills on codewars.com

Answer 4

If SoloLearn was a school, the Code Playground is the library. We can easily find codes by other SoloLearners written for a particular purpose, and we can learn by seeing how others are doing it, ask the author for doubts. This is one amongst the many ways into learning I guess.