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Learn C++, a high-performance programming language used in the world's most exciting engineering jobs -- from self-driving cars and robotics to web browsers, media platforms, servers, and video games.

  • Nanodegree Program
  • Intermediate
  • 42 hours
  • 4.6 (812)
  • Updated: Jan 19, 2026

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  • Unlimited access to hundreds of top-rated courses
  • Hands-on projects with expert feedback
  • Personalized career coaching and interview prep
  • Program Certificates

What you'll build

Project submissions reviewed by industry professionals

Project 1

C++ OpenStreetMap Route Planner

Parse real map data and implement A* search to find the optimal path.

C++
Algorithms
Data Structures
Project 2

C++ System Monitor Tool

Read Linux system files in C++ to display live CPU, memory, and process metrics.

C++
Object-Oriented Programming
Algorithms
Project 3

C++ Memory Management Chatbot

Practice smart pointers, move semantics, and the Rule of Five in a terminal chatbot.

C++
Algorithms
Data Structures
Project 4

Concurrent Traffic Simulation (C++)

Coordinate threads with mutexes, locks, and condition variables to prevent race conditions.

C++
Algorithms
Data Structures

Skills you'll learn

59 skills

  • Concurrent computing
  • Computer memory architecture
  • Dynamic memory allocation
  • C++ copy and move semantics
  • Heap memory
  • C++ polymorphism
  • A* Search Algorithm
  • C++ syntax

Prerequisites

5 prerequisites

Prior to enrolling, you should have the following knowledge:

  • Basic C++
  • C++ control flow
  • C++ functions
  • Basic Linux
  • Intermediate computer programming

You will also need to be able to communicate fluently and professionally in written and spoken English.

Program Outline

  • 4 courses
  • 17 lessons
  • 4 projects

Career Impact

96%

of Udacity graduates reported a positive career outcome

Source: Udacity’s Q2 2026 Learner Outcome Survey

This Nanodegree builds toward roles like

C++ Developer

· U.S. salaries

$108K

Entry-level

0–2 yrs

$220K

Mid-career

3–9 yrs

$600K

Experienced

10+ yrs

Salary estimates based on public market data. Individual results vary.

Companies hiring for these skills

  • Nvidia
  • Bloomberg
  • Tesla
  • Qualcomm
  • Intel
  • Boston Dynamics
  • Citadel Securities
  • Adobe

Program Instructors

4 instructors

Unlike typical professors, our instructors come from Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies and have demonstrated leadership and expertise in their professions:

Ishan Gosain

Engineering Manager at Rivian and VW Technology Group

Kedar Kodgire

Data and Cloud Engineering Lead

Aspen Olmsted

Associate Professor of Computer Science

Andrew Sanford

Cybersecurity Engineer

Ishan Gosain

Engineering Manager at Rivian and VW Technology Group

Kedar Kodgire

Data and Cloud Engineering Lead

Aspen Olmsted

Associate Professor of Computer Science

Andrew Sanford

Cybersecurity Engineer

Reviews & Testimonials

Udacity graduates

(2 Testimonials)

Subramanya Nataraj

Graduate

Before Udacity, I was in a technical role but needed to update my skills to keep pace with the industry. Udacity's industry-aligned courses, mentor support, and real-world projects gave me the confidence and practical skills to grow and apply what I learned at work.

Saif Ulla Baig

Graduate

I wasn’t aware of the nuances of c++ programming. Udacity C++ nano degree help me understand the efficient use of C++ in applications.

Trustpilot reviews

Average Rating: 4.6 (812 Reviews)

3

I did not like the fact that you don't have access to course material if you cancel you subscription. Moreover the review of the project is made by ai, and sometimes it is buggy. And also it is very expensive. I think you can learn the same stuff elsewhere for cheaper. The quality of the lessons is ok but not something that worth the money.

— ACHRAF SADOK

Jun 18, 2026

Trustpilot

5

great program

— justus dennhardt

Aug 20, 2025

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5

challenging long road, but worth the time.

— justus dennhardt

Jul 23, 2025

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5

Excellent hands-on projects.

— Arya Akmal

Jan 2, 2025

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2

Not worth the money

— Christian

Nov 27, 2024

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