Question 1

CLA: Programming Essentials in C (70 h)

Understand common computer programming concepts
Learn the syntax, semantics and basic data types of C
Apply your programming skills using hands-on lab activities and by writing your own programs
Develop logic-building skills and algorithmic thinking
Get immediate feedback on your work through built-in quizzes and tests
Connect with the global Cisco Networking Academy community

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CLA: Programming Essentials in C is designed for beginners with no prior knowledge of programming, who want to learn programming fundamentals. Despite the prevalence of higher-level languages, the C programming language continues to be a popular yet powerful language, used to build operating systems and tens of thousands of applications. The C Programming language is an excellent language to learn as it is the backbone for a number of other languages--C++, Java, and Python all leverage basic features from C.

Question 2

CPA: Programming Essentials in C++ (70 h)

Learn how to resolve typical implementation challenges with the help of standard C++ language libraries.
Apply your programming skills using hands-on lab activities and by writing your own computer programs.
Get immediate feedback on your work through built-in quizzes and tests.
Connect with the global Cisco Networking Academy community.

Please apply here if you want to take this course!

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The first course CPA: Programming Essentials in C++ covers basic C++ programming skills and object-oriented programming while introducing universal computer programming concepts. Learn to write your own computer programs using one of the most popular programming languages, and prepare for the C++ Certified Associate Programmer Certification (CPA). Learn the syntax, semantics, and basic data type of C++. Understand the principles of the object-oriented model and learn how to implement it in C++.

Question 3

CPP: Advanced Programming in C++ (70 h)

Learn the C++ template mechanism
Understand and use the elements of the C++ STL library, including the IO part
Solve common programming problems with STL-predefined classes and methods
Apply your programming skills using hands-on lab activities and by writing your own C++ programs
Get immediate feedback on your work through built-in quizzes and tests
Connect with the global Cisco Networking Academy community.

Please apply here if you want to take this course!

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The second course in the series, CPP: Advanced Programming in C++ is designed for intermediate-level students who already possess a strong understanding of the C++ language. You learn advanced C++ topics like templates and Standard Template Library. You develop the ability to read and understand the definitions of template functions and classes, and the ability to properly use template classes and methods including third party templates. The course helps you develop strong C++ programming skills, rounds out your IT skills to set yourself apart in the job market, and prepares you for the vendor-neutral C++ Certified Professional Programmer Certification (CPP).

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The Programming Career Path in C builds programming knowledge key to preparing for many entry-level IT careers.

CLA: Programming Essentials in C (70 h)

CPA: Programming Essentials in C++ (70 h)

CPP: Advanced Programming in C++ (70 h)