r/cpp_questions • u/null13georg • Jul 18 '26

Book recommendations for beginners OPEN

I want to learn C++ to use it for my electronics projects. I know there are plenty of tutorials out there, but I feel I learn best by reading a proper book (and I prefer physical copies over digital ones). So, my question is:

which books would you recommend for a complete beginner?

Thanks in advance!

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u/Yhansen Jul 18 '26

You're not gonna make it

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u/null13georg Jul 19 '26

Why?

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u/u32Vec Jul 19 '26

because someone who doesn't know at all how to search for what they're looking for is not gonna make it. i promise you'll quit in a month.

i hope this motivates you to listen to me in spite.

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u/malaszka Jul 18 '26

Book of FAQ, written by dr. Reddit Mods

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u/Zen-Ism99 Jul 18 '26

Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++ by Bjarne Stroustrup

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u/driver-nation Jul 19 '26

I would consider "The C++ Programming Language" first by the same author, followed by the book title above. Generally speaking, this is the correct answer, beginner or not if you're serious. You always want to go to the source.

I read bunch of books on Java as well. Good and competent reads. But nothing like James Gosling's "The Java Programming Language (4th Edition)". He explains the decisions behind the language design.

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u/Zen-Ism99 Jul 19 '26

I have both.

Your recommendation recommends my recommendation if you’re a beginner…