Covers computer science fundamentals using the language C++, and is appropriate for a variety of C++ courses. This hardcover, 2-color textbook is designed to help students prepare for the Advanced Placement Test for C++ (A and AB). It has been tested with popular DOS, Windows, and Macintosh compilers and is appropriate to use with each platform. Topics covered include programming methodology, advanced data structures, and algorithms. This text is an excellent way to get your students involved in the growing industry of Computer Programming. This book assumes no prior programming experience, but does assume a general working knowledge of computer systems. Disk files are C++ source code files in ASCII format. Completion time is two semesters (8, 12, and 6 week courses).

About the Author

Todd Knowlton has been an author for Thomson Learning for 6 years and has published various titles in computer programming, computer concepts, and computer applications. His best selling book on C++ has sold over $2 million and counting. Todd remains very active in educational conferences and consults with Microsoft Corporation.

Brad Hunt possesses a unique combination of talents in technology, software development, and education. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology, a master's degree in educational instructional technology, and has taught college courses in Web programming and e-commerce. Brad has industry experience as a software developer, training director, project manager, and technology director, and has also co-authored several computer and Web development books.

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