C++ Programming for Financial Engineering

This course gave me a basic understanding of the C++ language and focused on training in the use of C++ class functions. I have a deeper understanding of inheritance and polymorphism. In terms of courses, the logic of the video and the code explanation part are very closely combined. Every time I learn a knowledge point, there will be a code explanation immediately, and I will follow a lot of practice assignments, which consolidates my understanding of knowledge very well.

I think the homework setting of this course is perfect, and a lot of training in different details has improved me a lot. The Level 9 homework, which integrates what I have learned before, and is an option pricing model that can really be used in the MFE field, really benefited me a lot.

I want to extend my deepest gratitude for APalley's consistent guidance and expertise throughout the term. TA's patient responses and high level of professionalism have left an indelible impression on me. Lastly, I am immensely grateful to you and Professor Daniel Duffy for your dedication to this course. I am fortunate to have been under the tutelage of such expert mentors on my educational journey.

When I started thinking about a career in quantitative finance, QuantNet was one of the first online resources I found. The website does a good job at promoting the C++ course and it seemed to have good reviews, especially when it comes to getting into an MFE program, so it seemed like a no brainer. This course has its challenging parts, but the challenge pushes you to think harder and ultimately learn more than you would have. I have never taken a coding course (including university courses) that nurtured such a deep understanding of a language.

I enrolled in this course based on a recommendation from a senior student. After reviewing the course outline, I found it to be a great opportunity to enhance my programming skills, so I decided to join. Throughout the learning process, the course materials were clear and comprehensible. The instructor's explanations were excellent, and the timely assistance from the teaching assistant (TA) further ensured that I successfully completed the course. I also gained a wealth of knowledge from it.

I was a student at Baruch College, studying for Financial Mathematics where I had many professors suggesting to take the QuantNet C++ Certification to further improve my coding skills. After I graduated last Spring, I had a few months to work on my craft before I started my MFE at Columbia University.

The lecture videos provided a solid foundation, while the slides offered an effective summary. The teaching assistants were immensely helpful, and the discussion forums added to the engagement of the course. I enrolled primarily to learn C++. I'm currently considering pursuing a Master's, though I'm still deciding between Financial Engineering (FE) program and its equivalents, Applied Mathematics or Econometrics. I believe this course offered valuable insights from both an academic and a practical professional standpoint, which is extremely valuable.

The course provided me with a solid foundation in C++, which I believe is essential for anyone venturing into the world of Financial Engineering. The modules were laid out in a logical manner, making it easy for me to understand complex topics. I particularly appreciated the real-world finance-oriented examples and problems, which gave me insights into how C++ can be applied in quantitative finance scenarios. The immediate feedback on coding assignments and the active discussion forums were especially beneficial in clarifying doubts.
While researching the prerequisites for MFE programs, I realized the importance of proficiency in C++. After consulting with some current MFE students and alumni, I found a recommendation for this course. The detailed syllabus and positive testimonials assured me of its quality. Thus I took this course without any doubt and really enjoy the whole process.

Comprehensive material, sharp learning curve

I think I really learned a lot from this course. Most importantly, it triggers my interest in programming, I'm now deciding to take advanced level C++ programming. The reason why I choose this course is that I have no programming experiences, and I have never taken a programming course like this. So I want to fulfill the prerequisites for the MFE programs by taking this course.

I found the course on the Baruch MFE web-page in the list of pre-requisites and that's my primary reason for taking it. Besides, I was interested in programming and learning C++ for some time, so QuantNet course was a great opportunity.
The course provides reasonable deadline and a great final project to utilize learned material. Then you get final quiz and exam, even though the latter is half an hour long it did make me sweat to finish in time.

My teacher recommend it to me, because HFT requires c++ experiences.

I would like to thank quantnet for providing me with such a great course, which is something I could not learn at my school. This taught me how to use c++ and its use in finance. I think it will be of great help for my subsequent application for MFE

This course is well designed. The lecture videos clearly explain every concepts. The homework do a great job consolidating my knowledge.

The reason to take this course is required by my master's program admission. This course is great, and I especially enjoyed learning the key concepts of object-oriented programming.

I would say I had a great experience with the course. The concepts covered were fundamental to learning C++ and were explained well be Dr. Duffy in the lecture videos. The design of the HW exercises was what I liked the most. They were structured to build upon the new material that was taught throughout the course, which I really enjoyed. All of this culminated in Level 9, when I was given the opportunity to use all the knowledge gathered along the way to create my own classes. It definitely took time, but gave me the freedom to make my own design choices, which I think is a great way to learn to code in a real life scenario. Finally, the course forum and Avi were immensely helpful to me throughout the course, and were accessible promptly. All in all, I would say this course is a great introduction to C++ for someone who has a little bit of programming experience prior to taking the course.

I heard of this course from the forum of my college. I signed up for this course for a better understanding of c++ and it truly did give me better understanding. The video is a little confusing at the beginning, but it's no longer an issue when I get accustomed to Daniel Duffy's style of teaching. I have to say my TA, APalley, is one of the greatest TAs I've ever met. Great thanks.

Great course, but all contents are tough to understand

This course provided me with valuable lessons that I will forever remember. The TA and discussion forums supported me in this process. I enrolled in this course to learn C++ at an accelerated pace for work.

The course has greatly helped me develop C++ skills, which I'm sure will benefit my professional career. The combination of the enjoyable lectures by Prof. Duffy, the timely assistance received from the TAs, and the community in the forums provides the right environment to learn a complicated topic like C++ and its applications. The structure of the homework assignments, which strike the perfect balance between teaching new concepts and offering challenging problems, ensures that you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

I found the course by chance and decided to take it after researching the reviews. My biggest reason to join is to refresh my C++ knowledge and reinforce the areas that I was weak at (e.g., generic programming). What I like most about the course is how the exercises are structured. The exercises guided me to design something from scratch and add more features throughout several levels. This approach is much better than throwing many exercises that are not connected to each other at course participants.

Great experiences! Led to to the C++ world and built my skills for further possibility.