C++ Learning Environment

A hands-on collection of C++ source files covering core to advanced programming concepts — including OOP, pointers, memory management, header files, and more. Built as a personal learning environment to practice and solidify C++ fundamentals.

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File Overview

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

File	Description
Person.h / Person.cpp	Defines a Person class — demonstrates class declaration, constructors, and member functions
Box.h / Box.cpp	Box class showcasing encapsulation and object instantiation
ClassRectangle.cpp / ClassRectangle2.cpp	Rectangle class examples — likely explores different approaches to class design
Rectangle.h / Square.h / Triangle.h	Header files for geometric shapes — lays the groundwork for inheritance or polymorphism

Pointers & Memory

File	Description
IntoToPointers.cpp	Introduction to pointer syntax and basic usage
Pointers.cpp	Further pointer operations and dereferencing
PointersArray.cpp	Combining pointers with arrays
SwapValues.cpp	Swapping values using pointers or references

Areas & Geometry

File	Description
Area.cpp	Basic area calculations
AreaOfShapes.cpp	Extended area computations for multiple shapes
AreaHeader.h / CircleHeader.h	Header declarations for shape-related functions

Arrays & Variables

File	Description
ArrayOfElements.cpp	Working with arrays in C++
TrueVar.cpp	Variable types and boolean logic exploration

Control Flow & Utilities

File	Description
RandomNumberGenerator.cpp	Generating random numbers using <cstdlib> / <ctime>
RandomNumberWithSwitchStatement.cpp	Combines random number generation with switch statement logic
Main.cpp	Main entry point / general practice file

Header Files

File	Description
Header2.h	Additional header declarations used across files

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• A C++ compiler: GCC, Clang, or MSVC
• Or an IDE like VS Code with the C/C++ extension, CLion, or Code::Blocks

Compiling a File

g++ FileName.cpp -o output
./output

For files that depend on a .cpp + .h pair (e.g. Person):

g++ Main.cpp Person.cpp -o output
./output

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Concepts Covered

• Classes and objects
• Constructors and destructors
• Header files and separate compilation
• Pointers, references, and pointer arithmetic
• Arrays and array-pointer relationships
• Control flow (switch, conditionals)
• Random number generation
• Geometric calculations and shape modeling

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Goals

• Reinforce C++ syntax and standard practices
• Understand memory layout and pointer behavior
• Build confidence with OOP design patterns
• Experiment with header/source file separation

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Notes

Files are standalone learning exercises — not a full project. Each .cpp file is meant to be compiled and run independently unless it references a corresponding .h / .cpp pair.

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Author

kidlocchikapa — Learning C++ one commit at a time.

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License

This repository is open for reference and learning. Feel free to fork and build on it.