SOLID C++

Unlock Professional Software Development with SOLID Principles in C++

Mastering a programming language's syntax is just the first step. To build high-quality, robust software, you need strong design skills and proper implementation. This course dives deep into object-oriented design principles, specifically SOLID, a cornerstone of professional software engineering.

What are SOLID Principles?

SOLID is an acronym representing five key principles that guide object-oriented design:

• Single Responsibility Principle: Each class should have one, and only one, reason to change.
• Open/Closed Principle: Software entities (classes, modules, functions, etc.) should be open for extension but closed for modification.
• Liskov Substitution Principle: Subtypes should be substitutable for their base types without altering the correctness of the program.
• Interface Segregation Principle: Clients should not be forced to depend on methods they do not use.
• Dependency Inversion Principle: High-level modules should not depend on low-level modules. Both should depend on abstractions.

Why This C++ SOLID Course?

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of SOLID principles, uniquely focused on the C++ programming language. It's designed for both theoretical understanding and practical application. Consider it one of the most complete SOLID principles courses on Udemy.

What You'll Achieve:

By the end of this course, you will:

• Develop an intuitive understanding of all five SOLID principles.
• Learn when and when not to apply SOLID principles.
• Master applying SOLID principles generally, regardless of the programming language, using effective abstractions and design patterns.
• Implement SOLID principles using various C++ language features and idioms.
• Structure C++ projects effectively, including testing and refactoring.

Course Content Highlights:

• Engaging Presentations: Clear theory and concepts explained.
• Real-World Visual Analogies: Enhance understanding and retention.
• UML Diagrams: Class diagrams illustrating SOLID principles.
• Extensive Code Examples: Plenty of stand-alone code examples for each principle.
• Practical Project: Work on a real-world server application processing tax reports (JSON/XML) with unit and high-level tests.
• Detailed Setup: Learn to install dependencies (C++17, CMake, Boost libraries: asio, program options, Google Test), compile, and run tests.
• Assessments: Quizzes and a final test to reinforce learning.
• Programming Assignments: Hands-on practice with the project and code examples.

Who is this course for?

• Beginner to Intermediate C++ Programmers: A solid foundation in OOP is helpful.
• Those seeking to improve their software engineering skills.
• Developers aiming to build more maintainable, flexible, and testable C++ applications.
• Individuals with some prior software development experience.

What's Expected of You:

• Actively engage with lectures and presentations.
• Compile, understand, and modify code examples and project source code.
• Refactor code during assignments.
• Extend the project functionality and add tests in the final assignment.

Bonus: While focused on C++, the principles and many code examples are applicable to other programming languages.

Images in visual examples are sourced from Pixabay. Audio in videos is from Bensound.