C++ programming newb
 

Hey guys, I am a 100% newb when it comes to C++

I am just wondering what a good place to start would be, I have never programmed in C or VB really, but I just recently got a copy of C++ and am very interested in learning.

What should I try first, and can you give me some examples?

Say, how would I go about making a media player?

As you might imagine, this question occurs repeatedly. There are a lot of recommendations on the forum about tutorials, compilers, projects, and so forth. The rules/FAQ, the "How to Post" thread, etc., all enjoin searching FIRST. This is so we don't cover all the material lebenty-jillion times, and Big K even went so far as to put a SEARCH button up there ^^^. Welcome to the forums, and please noodle around and read the above mentioned items. It gives one a feel for the community.

Uhuh, you say you are 100% newb but you want to make a media player already? If you want fast results, then you'd be better off going for C# or VB.NET.

If you want to learn a lot of aspects of programming then C++ can help you.
I don't know what you mean by "I just recently got a copy of C++", as C++ is just a language. You can download VC++ 2005 express edition and the PSDK (search the forums) for free.

You should start with some very basic programs, you can learn to do so here for example.