C++ Course Topics | EECE 2140 | Northeastern University

C++

Learn the Topics

15 weeks of interactive lectures with code examples, diagrams, quizzes, labs, and mini-projects.

15 Weeks — 100 Questions Each

LAB

Practice Tools

Practice pseudocode design, code debugging, and code review with structured lab tools.

3 Tools — JSON Export

All Weeks

W1 Introduction to C++ and Development Environment

Set up your IDE, understand compilation, and write your first C++ program.

5 topics Go

W2 C++ Fundamentals

Master data types, operators, conditionals, and loops � the building blocks of C++.

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W3 Coding and Debugging Workflow

Use structured tools to write, debug, and review C++ code more effectively.

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W4 Arrays, Pointers, and References

Dive into memory concepts � stack arrays, pointer arithmetic, and reference variables.

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W5 Functions and Program Structure

Organize code with functions, overloading, default parameters, and scope rules.

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W6 Object-Oriented Programming Basics

Introduce classes, objects, constructors, destructors, and encapsulation.

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W7 Advanced Object-Oriented Programming

Explore inheritance, polymorphism, virtual functions, and abstract classes.

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W8 Memory Management

Understand heap vs stack, new/delete, memory leaks, and smart pointers.

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W9 Midterm and Final Project Introduction

Review core concepts, tackle the midterm, and kick off the final project.

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W10 File I/O and Streams

Read and write files using fstream, handle text and binary I/O and formatting.

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W11 Standard Template Library (STL): Containers

Work with vector, list, map, set, and other powerful STL containers.

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W12 STL Algorithms and Iterators

Write expressive code using sort, find, transform, and lambda expressions.

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W13 Exception Handling

Write robust programs using try, catch, throw, and custom exception classes.

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W14 Modern C++ and Advanced Topics

Explore C++11/14/17/20 features: auto, move semantics, lambdas, and more.

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W15 Project Presentations and Final Review

Present your final project, review the full course, and plan your next steps.

3 Practice Tools

Break down any coding problem before writing a single line. Define what's given, what's unknown, then design your solution in pseudocode, generate code, and validate it with test cases.

Pseudocode Design Prompt Engineering Code Comparison Test Cases JSON Export

Debugging Practice

Bug Hunter

DBG Method

Hunt down and fix bugs in real C++ code samples. Three difficulty levels � syntax, logic, and design � with a built-in timer to sharpen your debugging instincts under pressure.

Syntax Level Logic Level Design Level Timer Auto-Check JSON Export

Code Quality

Code Judge

REV Method

Put on your reviewer hat. Compare two code solutions side by side, evaluate readability, efficiency, and edge case handling, then write structured feedback like a professional engineer.

Side-by-Side View 5 Analysis Questions Review Comments JSON Export

How It Works

For Students

Start with Problem Planner for each new assignment
Define what is given and what is unknown before writing any code
Design pseudocode, then compare against generated code
Test, modify, and submit JSON with your work
Use Bug Hunter weekly to sharpen debugging speed
Use Code Judge to practice professional code review

For Instructors

Upload new questions via JSON config file
Change debug challenges each week
Update code review scenarios for different topics
Collect student JSON submissions for grading
Track session timing and self-assessment scores

Integrated Practice Tools