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C++ High Performance

Gain insights into performance analysis, memory management, concurrency handling, and advanced templates in C++. Learn to write efficient, high-performance code and enhance your career opportunities.

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This course focuses on one major aspect that distinguishes professional C++ developers from beginners, which is understanding code from top to bottom and comprehending what is truly happening under the hood. Through examples and exercises, we’ll equip you with the skills needed to become a top-tier C++ developer capable of handling even the most demanding performance challenges. The course begins with performance analysis, memory management techniques, efficient concurrency handling, and advanced template usage through modern C++ standards. You’ll learn to fine-tune your code for high-performance applications, ensuring smooth performance under heavy workloads. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to write efficient, high-performance code. You’ll gain hands-on experience with optimizing memory and implementing advanced programming techniques. This knowledge will distinguish you as a skilled C++ developer, enable you to create more efficient applications, and open up new career opportunities.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Proficiency in identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in C++ code

Hands-on experience with optimizing memory management and concurrency

Knowledge of modern C++ features and best practices for high performance

Mastery of advanced template usage and parallel algorithms

Practical experience with modern memory management and multithreading techniques

Knowledge of new C++20 features for better performance

Proficiency in identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in C++ code

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

C++

Programming Language

C++ Concepts

C++ Templates

Content

174 Lessons14 Quizzes2 Assessments

Getting Started

3 Lessons

Learn how to use modern C++ features and libraries for high-performance programming.

About This Course

Course Coverage and Prerequisite

Google Test and Google Benchmark Libraries

A Brief Introduction to C++

8 Lessons

Look at building a foundation in C++ for efficient, high-performing applications through modern features.

Introduction

Why C++?

Important Features of C++

C++ Compared With Other Languages

Non-performance-Related C++ Language Features

Non-performance-Related C++ Language Features, Continued

Summary: A Brief Introduction to C++

Quiz: Introduction to C++

Essential C++ Techniques

23 Lessons

Examine essential C++ features like type deduction, move semantics, error handling, and lambdas.

Analyzing and Measuring Performance

12 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of performance measurement, algorithm efficiency, and optimization techniques in C++.

Data Structures

13 Lessons

Dig into the selection, utilization, and performance impact of C++ standard library data structures.

Algorithms

13 Lessons

Tackle C++ standard library algorithms for better performance, readability, and code efficiency.

Ranges and Views

7 Lessons

Build on the power of range views for efficient and concise data transformations.

Memory Management

14 Lessons

Learn how to use effective memory management techniques to optimize C++ performance.

C++ Essentials Exam

Assessment

Compile-Time Programming

14 Lessons

Unpack the core of metaprogramming, templates, type traits, constexpr, and compile-time optimization in C++.

10.

Essential Utilities

11 Lessons

Examine essential C++ utility classes for handling heterogeneous collections and improving code safety and expressiveness.

11.

Proxy Objects and Lazy Evaluation

8 Lessons

Break down complex ideas about proxy objects, lazy evaluation, and performance optimization.

12.

Concurrency

15 Lessons

Map out the steps for mastering concurrency in C++ with threads, locks, and atomic operations.

13.

Coroutines and Lazy Generators

12 Lessons

Simplify complex topics related to coroutines, stackful/stackless coroutines, and lazy generators.

14.

Asynchronous Programming with Coroutines

8 Lessons

Approach C++ coroutines to streamline asynchronous programming, implementing tasks and synchronous operations.

15.

Parallel Algorithms

13 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in implementing and optimizing parallel algorithms using C++17 execution policies.

C++ Advanced Concepts Exam

Assessment

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

Course Author:

Packt

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