Introduction to C++

What is C++?

C++ is a programming language which is used to communicate with computer. C++ is a general-purpose programming language, designed by Bjarne Stroustrup. It is an extension of C language. It is used to make computer programs, Android and IOS applications and developing video games.

It is one of the most popular languages primarily utilized with system/application software. C++ ranks 2nd in popularity according to 2018 IEE spectrum top Programming Language ranking. 

It is pronounced "see plus plus". C++ is considered to be an intermediate level-language, as it enclose both high and low level language features. It is ideal language for developing firmware or potable applications. Many of our today's operating system, system drivers, browsers, and games use C++ as their core language.This makes C++ one of the most popular languages today. 

Computer can only understand machine language and human wish to write in high level language. High level languages have to be re-written (translated) into machine language at some point. This is done by special programs called compiler. C++ is designed to be compiled, means it is translated into machine language that can be understood directly by the system.