ITEA to Host C and C++ Programming Master Class
The International IT Academy ITEA is preparing to host a programming master class focused on C and C++, giving participants an introduction to programming fundamentals, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and desktop application development.
The workshop, titled “Hello, Win, or My Next Program,” is being organized by the Ish Nokady Economic Society together with ITEA. It is aimed at people who are interested in software development and want to explore how programming concepts can be turned into practical desktop applications.
An Introduction to Programming and Algorithms
The master class will begin with the fundamentals of software development, including the concepts of programs, programming languages, and algorithms.
Understanding algorithms is an important step for anyone beginning a programming career because algorithms describe the logical steps required to solve a problem. These concepts are applicable across programming languages and development environments.
Participants will also learn about different types of programming languages and explore the history and evolution of C and C++.
For developers who want to explore the language in greater depth, the C++ language reference provides detailed information about the core language, including functions, classes, memory management, templates, and other fundamental concepts.
Why C and C++ Still Matter
C and C++ remain important technologies in areas where performance, efficiency, and direct control over system resources are important.
C is widely associated with systems and low-level programming, while C++ extends many of these concepts with features such as classes, templates, object-oriented programming, and modern language capabilities.
Learning these languages can also provide developers with a deeper understanding of how applications interact with operating systems and computer hardware.
This knowledge can be especially useful for developers working across Linux and Windows environments, as well as for those interested in embedded systems, desktop software, game development, and other performance-sensitive applications.
Learning Object-Oriented Programming
Another important part of the workshop will be object-oriented programming (OOP).
OOP allows developers to organize software around objects and classes, making it possible to build larger applications from reusable and structured components.
For beginners, learning concepts such as classes, objects, inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism can provide a foundation for understanding how many modern software projects are designed.
C++ is particularly well suited to this approach because it supports object-oriented programming while also providing access to lower-level programming capabilities.
Introduction to Qt and Desktop Application Development
The workshop will also introduce participants to Qt, a cross-platform software development framework commonly used to build graphical applications.
According to the official Qt documentation, the framework provides tools and libraries for creating applications across multiple platforms, including Windows and Linux.
Participants will become familiar with the structure of the Qt development environment and learn how it can be used together with C++ to create desktop applications.
The practical portion of the master class will include an introduction to a basic C++ console application before progressing to graphical desktop development using QWidgets.
Qt’s official documentation describes QWidget as a base class for user-interface objects, making it an important component for traditional Qt desktop interfaces.
From a Console Program to a Desktop Application
Moving from a simple console application to a graphical application is a useful way for beginners to understand the progression of software development.
A console program primarily interacts with users through text input and output. A graphical application, on the other hand, can provide windows, buttons, menus, text fields, and other interface components.
Using C++ together with Qt allows developers to build these graphical interfaces while keeping the application’s underlying logic in C++.
Qt also supports cross-platform development, allowing developers to use the same general technology stack to target different operating systems.
Who Will Present the Workshop?
The master class will be presented by Ishanberdy Khallyev, a lecturer at the International IT Academy ITEA.
His professional background includes electronics programming, Windows and Android application development, and automated process control systems.
This combination of software and engineering experience can provide participants with practical examples of how programming skills can be applied beyond traditional software projects.
Who Should Attend?
The workshop is aimed at people interested in programming and desktop application development. It may be particularly useful for:
- Beginners taking their first steps into programming.
- Students interested in software engineering.
- People learning C or C++.
- Developers interested in desktop applications.
- Anyone interested in Qt and QWidgets.
- Participants who want to understand object-oriented programming.
- People interested in Windows and cross-platform application development.
Participants aged 14 and above are invited to attend.
Event Details
The master class is scheduled for July 25 at 6:30 PM.
Participation costs 50 manat, and advance registration is required.
The event is designed to combine programming theory with practical examples, allowing participants to move from basic concepts and algorithms toward creating simple applications.
Building a Foundation for Software Development
Learning C and C++ can provide more than knowledge of two programming languages. It can help beginners understand fundamental concepts such as memory, data structures, algorithms, application architecture, and object-oriented design.
These concepts can later be applied to other areas of technology, including systems programming, cybersecurity, embedded development, networking software, and application development.
For developers interested in exploring Qt further, the official Qt documentation provides tutorials, API references, development guides, and information about Qt Creator and supported platforms.
The C++ reference is another useful technical resource for developers who want to explore the language and its standard library in greater detail.
Conclusion
The ITEA master class offers beginners an opportunity to explore C and C++ programming while gaining practical exposure to algorithms, object-oriented programming, Qt, and desktop application development.
By progressing from basic programming concepts to a console application and then a graphical application using QWidgets, the workshop provides a practical introduction to the software development process.
For anyone interested in building a strong foundation in programming, understanding C++ and learning how frameworks such as Qt can be used to create real applications can be a valuable starting point.