I want to learn C++ so that i can develop C++ Python modules for server-related stuff.
I’m a purely dynamic languages developer (Python, PHP, Ruby, etc). I want to learn a fast language, and if I’m going to do this, I’d rather learn a really fast language like C++. Before I even get started though, I understand that suddenly working with static types, a different syntax, and compiling code will be quite the paradigm shift. Is there any advice that a C++ dev who also has dynamic languages experience can give me to me to help me make that shift faster?
I doubt there is any specific advice that can be given, other than that you must read a good book on C++ written by an authoritative author or authors – do not pick the first or cheapest one that comes your way. For a list of books see The Definitive C++ Book Guide and List – I personally would strongly recommend Accelerated C++ – it is written for people with programming experience, though not specifically for those coming from a dynamic language background.