3D Games in C++

[JTE2]

I'm hoping to learn C++ over the summer...

Yeah, me too...even though I am useless at everything. >_>;

 

[firemario1001]

does anyone know what;s the best book/online tutorial for learning C++?

 

[SSNTails]

Don't jump into C++. Learn C first. I don't even know C++, and it's really a 'frivilous' extra.

If you start out with a C++ book, you'll have your head spinning from reading about "classes".

 

[a441]

I agree, except for the misspelling of "frivolous."

 

[firemario1001]

Don't jump into C++. Learn C first. I don't even know C++, and it's really a 'frivilous' extra.

If you start out with a C++ book, you'll have your head spinning from reading about "classes".

So what's the diference between C+ and C++? Are they just an extension of C with phivilous extras?

 

[a441]

C++ is object-oriented, and also has a bunch of dumb stuff you don't need that encourages sloppy programming.

 

[Crazy SonAmy]

For 3D C++ programming, I recommend Dark Basic. This software brings a manual and over 900 3D models ready to be used. It's very easy once you get some of the commands in your head. (I'm not a nerd, I'm just smart)

Here's an example of what you can make with Dark Basic. http://www.geocities.com/davidvaz@pacbell.net/CaveRun.zip right-click and save

 

[Kristos]

C++ 3d!

It's easy to learn C++ and C at the same time, as long as you skip the 'fabulous' extras. Then, they're basically the same, 'cept C++ has some goodies. You can program C style programs in C++. I use MINGW w/ Dev-C++ and allegro to make most of my stuff, including 2 recent poor 3d engines, and also have made a 3d engine with DirectX. It's quick to learn all that stuff... only 2 years, if you have a good knowledge of Javascript already. Otherwise, it may take 2 more. Good luck!
Oh, I might could teach you. After a while, though, you'd probably be teaching me, as I tend to fight bug after crash after syntax error after incorrect formula. Some of my stuff is at my website listed below.