How to start C++ learning with no prior knowledge of programming?

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As the title stated, how should I start learning C++ with no prior knowledge of programming? By no prior knowledge, I mean I have ZERO understanding of programming. I don't know the terminologies or anything. What should I teach meself first or should I just dive right into the C++ materials since many people say it does not require any prior experience. I want to hear your suggestion. Thanks.
 
In a word: no.

You need to start with the basics, like variables, function, what is a compiler etc.

I would advise VBA or VB.NET in combination with a book on basic terminology.

The analogy is judo; first learn to breakfall and not hurt yourself before you start engaging others and silly things that are hard to repair.
 
I sometimes feel that something is lost in lecture notes (often minor things about which a word will be given in class, will be assumed as such and not explicitly mentioned in the notes) , that can be gleaned by watching the lectures. That's why I'd side with watching the lectures. I wish MIT OCW provided lecture videos of more courses, at present most just have lecture notes.

EDIT: I just went through these OCW notes and they look very, very good. Thanks.
 
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