Learning how to do computer programming?

Im thinking of trying to learn and mess around with some computer programming. I already know HTML language. And planning on learning C++. Is there a good website that will explain this to a beginning and not overwelm me. Or books that would be good?

Learning how to do computer programming?
http://www.physics.drexel.edu/courses/Co...





That looks pretty good. If you get bored of the basic programs you'll be making at first, try checking out www.gamedev.net





To the person who recommended learning visual basic / VB.net, they are completely wrong, it is in no way more efficient than C++. Also, C++ isn't dated, it is still used very widely in actual programming. PHP is a scripting language used FOR THE INTERNET. Good lord these people are misinformed.
Reply:C++ is a powerful language and results in fast executing byte code. The problem is, very soon you will want Buttons, Frames, Scrollpanes and the other widgets. C++ doesn't come with those. Then, you are forced with a huge learning curve using advanced pre-built libraries to connect widgets to your code. (I would tell you to go for java ;) ).





You need a book. You have to read over the concepts again and again and try code ideas that you think up. See if you can find the following:





Osborne -- C++ Complete Reference, 3rd Ed.pdf





I prefer the physical book, but I highly, highly recommend the old Osborne series of books. They really teach.





Good luck. Coding brings back the fun in computers.
Reply:C++ is a good language to learn. Just remember this:





C allows you to shoot your self in the foot. C++ lets you reuse the bullet.





Start with basics and move on. You can find most of it at sites like C Programming.com. If you are interested in Game Development, head over to gamedev.net. If OS Development (wouldn't recommend for you), try osdever.net.





All and all, good luck.
Reply:For C++ I don't know any good websites. For books First get Beginning C++ Game Programming, after you finish that get SAM'S Teach Yourself Game Programming in 24 Hours.


Don't Get C++ For Dummies. That is a bad book.





p.s. I want to start OpenGL do you know anything about that?
Reply:Try http://www.freeprogrammingresources.com/


I don't have the patience for C++. It's good for really low-level stuff, but you may want to start with something easier. Which language you learn really depends on what you want to do with it.
Reply:Start out with Visual Basic or VB.NET. The easiest programming language, better and more efficient than C++.


Try Microsoft Step by Step book on Vb.
Reply:I learned C++ back in college using the textbook written by Deitel %26amp; Deitel. That's a good one. Good luck!
Reply:http://www.cprogramming.com/tutorial.htm...
Reply:C++ is dated at this point, I'd go for Java or .NET or PHP at this point.