Is it worth learning C++ from this book?

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I came across an article on Habrahabr . I really liked the idea, but after reading all the comments, I really doubted that I needed it.
Maybe someone here knows her? I am completely new to C++ (soon I will have to learn for work), but while there are four free months, I decided to learn it myself. But just to take and learn the usual syntax, especially - in the summer - it will probably be almost impossible for me. Therefore, motivation is needed, and games would even be very exciting. And the desire to continue this business would appear by itself.
I have programming experience in Java and ASP.net (intermediate), C# and JS (basic), SQL (above average).

Answer 1

There is no other way to learn how to program in an unfamiliar language than to start programming in it)
If I were you, I would take on the development of something similar to what you will do at work.
In general, knowledge of C ++ is divided into two parts:
1. core language - this is everything related to the syntax and operation of the mechanisms of the language itself (constructors / destructors, lambdas, metaprogramming, etc.)
2. STL - standard library.
Naturally, you won’t be able to master everything in a few months. Therefore, I recommend concentrating on what will be directly needed for work. And there already get hooked and training will go in the process of work.
If your work is related to the development of games, then start with them. Otherwise, I wouldn't do it.

Answer 2

I read a book on Python from this author. I liked her. The book wrote trivial console games, not complex 3D ones.