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Getting Started with C++ Linux Playground

Welcome to the Linux C++ Backend Development Playground! This project is designed for engineers with backend development experience who want to master modern C++, system programming, network programming, and performance optimization through progressive hands-on projects.

About This Project​

The Linux C++ Backend Development Playground is a comprehensive learning resource that takes you through progressively challenging projects:

  • Phase 1: Syntax and Tool Familiarization - Command-line tools, JSON parsing, logging
  • Phase 2: System Programming - Memory management, process control, threading
  • Phase 3: Network Programming - TCP/HTTP servers, client-server communication
  • Phase 4: Comprehensive Practice - Real-world applications like Redis and search engines

Each phase builds upon the previous one, allowing you to gradually develop advanced C++ skills with a focus on Linux backend development.

What You'll Learn​

  • Modern C++20 features and best practices
  • Linux system programming and system calls
  • Network programming with sockets
  • Concurrent and multithreaded programming
  • Performance optimization techniques
  • Memory management and allocation strategies
  • Docker containerization for development
  • Testing and quality assurance practices

Getting Started​

Before starting this journey, you should have:

  • Basic knowledge of C++ programming
  • Experience with backend development concepts
  • Familiarity with command-line tools
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle

To begin, follow these steps:

  1. Set up your development environment
  2. Learn about the project structure and overview
  3. Explore the Docker development setup
  4. Start with Phase 1: Syntax and Tool Familiarization

Use the sidebar to explore content by phase, or visit specific topics:

  • Getting Started: Essential setup and project overview
  • Phase 1-4: Progressive learning modules with detailed implementation guides
  • Development Standards: Code style, testing, and Git practices
  • Blog: Updates and insights about the project

Ready to begin your C++ journey? Start with the Development Environment Setup!