Object Oriented Programming with C++

Overview

This course focuses on object-oriented programming (OOP) principles in C++. Learners will understand classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation. The course also covers memory management with pointers and references, and introduces error handling and debugging techniques. Students will learn to use GenAI tools for code review to improve code quality and reliability. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Design and implement C++ classes that encapsulate data and behavior using principles of object-oriented programming. - Apply inheritance and polymorphism to create flexible, reusable, and maintainable code structures. - Manage dynamic memory in C++ using pointers, smart pointers, and memory management best practices. - Implement robust error handling and debugging strategies to identify and resolve issues in C++ programs. - Apply effective testing methodologies to ensure code reliability and correctness. - Leverage Generative AI tools to enhance code quality, accelerate development, and support professional C++ programming workflows.

Syllabus

Classes and Objects

By the end of this module, you will be able to: Define classes with appropriate data members and member functions Implement constructors and destructors for proper object lifecycle management Apply access modifiers to enforce encapsulation Create and use object instances effectively Understand the relationship between classes and objects.

References, Pointers, and Memory Management

By the end of this module, you will be able to: Understand the differences between references and pointers Implement effective memory management using dynamic allocation and deallocation Use smart pointers to prevent memory leaks Apply best practices to avoid common memory-related issues Analyze and optimize memory usage in C++ programs.

Inheritance and Polymorphism

By the end of this module, you will be able to: Implement inheritance hierarchies with base and derived classes Apply polymorphism through virtual functions and method overriding Design abstract classes and interfaces using pure virtual functions Understand the concepts of early and late binding Use multiple inheritance appropriately and avoid common pitfalls.

Error Handling, Debugging, and Code Review

By the end of this module, you will be able to: Implement exception handling to manage runtime errors Create custom exception classes for specific error conditions Use debugging tools to identify and resolve issues in C++ code Apply testing methodologies to validate program correctness Leverage GenAI tools for effective code reviews.

Hands-on Course Project

This capstone module guides you through designing and implementing an enterprise-level object-oriented library management system using modern C++ practices. You will create class hierarchies, apply inheritance and polymorphism, implement robust memory management, and build custom error-handling workflows. Through structured phases, you will design the architecture, develop the full system, and validate it with unit and integration tests. You will also use GenAI tools for professional code review and quality improvement. By completing the project, you will produce a portfolio-ready application demonstrating advanced C++ and OOP mastery.