Basic Concepts

This section explains concepts that are critical to understanding C++. C programmers will be familiar with many of these concepts, but there are some subtle differences that can cause unexpected program results. The following topics are included:

• Terms

• Declarations and definitions

• Scope of a C++ object or function

• Program definition and linkage rules

• Startup and termination

• Storage classes

• Types

• L-values and r-values

• Numerical limits

See Also

Other Resources

C++ Language Reference