0This post attempts to collect the few pearls among the dozens of bad C++ books.
Unlike many other programming languages, which are often picked up on the go from tutorials found on the internet, only a few can quickly pick up C++ without studying a well written C++ book. Fact is, C++ is so big and complex, that there are many horrible C++ books out there especially in Indian markets.
In this post, I would like to recommend some books which are a must read to become a C++ professional. Here goes my list
1) C++ Primer by Stanley Lippman, Josee Lajoie. (don't get confused with C++ Primer Plus) Must read for people with no programming experience.
2) A Tour of C++ by Bjarne Stroustrup. For people who are already familiar with C++ or say, experienced programmers in C++
3) Effective C++, Effective Modern C++ & Effective STL by Scott Meyers -- Best practices book, again for people with prior knowledge of C++
Above mentioned books will help anyone to understand and get some level of expertise in C++ with the right basics. Soon I will post a list of books for advanced programmers.
Hope this will end the search for good books on C++.
