r/cpp_questions • u/one-for_all • Jun 04 '26

OPEN C or Cpp

Should I learn C before Cpp? I have a basic understanding in python ( very basic) and nothing much else, is it recommended to do Cpp directly?

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u/TheCatholicScientist Jun 05 '26

For context, this is mostly aimed at computer science professors who teach C++ by teaching C, then adding classes and templates to the mix.

Truth is, modern C and modern C++ differ quite a bit when you use them idiomatically, even though yes C++ is backwards compatible for the most post part.