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Pacing & Complexity of the Course

Prachin

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Hi, I am contemplating to enrol for the course this summer.
I was wondering that is it possible for a person who has no experience in c++ but experienced in python be able to pass the course in 5-6 weeks of preparation where it is the only sole focus?Is the complexity of c++ course as such?
 
Prachin said:
Hi, I am contemplating to enrol for the course this summer.
I was wondering that is it possible for a person who has no experience in c++ but experienced in python be able to pass the course in 5-6 weeks of preparation where it is the only sole focus?Is the complexity of c++ course as such?
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Yes, it should be possible given intense focus during that timeframe
 
Prachin said:
Hi, I am contemplating to enrol for the course this summer.
I was wondering that is it possible for a person who has no experience in c++ but experienced in python be able to pass the course in 5-6 weeks of preparation where it is the only sole focus?Is the complexity of c++ course as such?
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Hi, this response is very late, but I have a similar background. Prior to starting the course I had experience using Python and had an Intro to CS course mainly focused on C, however, I primarily forgot its contents. I am currently 'speed running' the course this summer and so far I'd say it's highly doable, especially with the fast TA help/grading response time. One thing I would suggest if trying to complete the course quickly is purchasing one of the suggested books on C++ and I personally play the videos at 1.75x speed as I find it more efficient to gain a general understanding of the info and work out the kinks while completing the exercises.
 
Jreich said:
Hi, this response is very late, but I have a similar background. Prior to starting the course I had experience using Python and had an Intro to CS course mainly focused on C, however, I primarily forgot its contents. I am currently 'speed running' the course this summer and so far I'd say it's highly doable, especially with the fast TA help/grading response time. One thing I would suggest if trying to complete the course quickly is purchasing one of the suggested books on C++ and I personally play the videos at 1.75x speed as I find it more efficient to gain a general understanding of the info and work out the kinks while completing the exercises.
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Thanks for your insight, will take it into consideration.
 
Jreich said:
Hi, this response is very late, but I have a similar background. Prior to starting the course I had experience using Python and had an Intro to CS course mainly focused on C, however, I primarily forgot its contents. I am currently 'speed running' the course this summer and so far I'd say it's highly doable, especially with the fast TA help/grading response time. One thing I would suggest if trying to complete the course quickly is purchasing one of the suggested books on C++ and I personally play the videos at 1.75x speed as I find it more efficient to gain a general understanding of the info and work out the kinks while completing the exercises.
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Hey, how were you able to change the playback speed for the lecture videos?
 
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