Recently I started taking up C++. Most of what I know about coding I picked up for work (a lot of VBA, some Python). I want to learn C++ to build high performance code and transition into a more technical role in my company.

I know there are some excellent books about C++ out there. However, my learning style is really suited for instruction given verbally and visually. There are some "bootcamp" type classes downtown, but I haven't found a program that teaches C++.

Question is: has anyone had any luck picking up C++ either through YouTube or through a MOOC? (exhaustive list: http://opencourser.com/search/?query=c%2B%2B ) If so, how effective was it / how much time did you spend?

Hi nubatccp

I have found 2 very good sources of learning material in Video format
first is free of charge YouTube, there is many tutorials there. I personally like very much guy Bucky Robinson, his explanations are very simple and it easy to get going with his material.

2nd is udemy.com which is video training facility. I like C++ course by Arkadiusz Wlodarczyk, his english is not best but you can understand everything. It starts you very quickly with coding and what's very nice it covers a lot of topics.
Link to his profile https://www.udemy.com/user/arkadiuszwodarczyk/

good luck with your training :)

Thanks xxvms, that's very helpful. I couldn't find any Bucky Robinsons on YouTube who teaches C++. Do you perhaps have a link?

I'll keep the udemy course in mind as it looks promising :) going to see how far I can get with free resources first.

i think it's bucky roberts actually https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvC1WCdV1XU