C++ Online Programming Course Testimonials

[Belibolt]

I learned about this course through the Quantitative Investment Association at our school. At that time, I was chatting with my colleagues and we mentioned how slow Monte Carlo simulations are when using Python. They recommended that I learn C++, especially the C++ course on QuantNet. Overall, the experience has been great! I have learned many important programming concepts and made new strides in my journey into quantitative finance.

 

[Daniel Duffy]

I learned about this course through the Quantitative Investment Association at our school. At that time, I was chatting with my colleagues and we mentioned how slow Monte Carlo simulations are when using Python. They recommended that I learn C++, especially the C++ course on QuantNet. Overall, the experience has been great! I have learned many important programming concepts and made new strides in my journey into quantitative finance.

But maybe parallel MC ? Also done in Advanced QN C++.

@MikeLawrence

 

[JoshuaCroppenstedt]

The course proved important to get a solid understanding of the basics of C/C++. It was easy to follow with logical structure and exercises that helped you to understand the content well. The support throughout the course was excellent, always responding in a timely manner.

 

[eazambranov]

I had a really good experience throughout the entire course. I came in with zero formal training in programming, and now I feel that I have a good understanding. The course forum was very valuable, as well as the TA's feedback. I definitely recommend this course for those looking to learn C++ with a focus on Financial Engineering applications.

I took this course in preparation for applying to Financial Engineering programs, and found it directly through QuantNet.

 

[fabiantum]

I found the course through the Baruch MFE program. The course helped me to understand the concepts of OOP and generic programming quite smoothly, especially through the exercises, which are extremely well designed. Before the course I had little programming experience and was especially afraid of OOP, but now it seems like an easy concept.

 

[LYZ_FRanKIE]

The course material is well-structured and Prof. Duffy is able to deliver them well and combines with his own experience.
The TAs are really helpful and provide feedback fast.
The general timeline is good and the workload is just right.
This course really equips me with basic concepts and fundamentals of C++ programming.

 

[HubertK]

I found the course a while ago and always considered doing it if I were to go for an MFE but didn't start it until recently. I always heard C++ was key in the financial industry, and after completing a module on computer graphics using C and C++, I wanted to broaden my knowledge on this and explore financial applications.
I found the course very informative and theoretical, however, not lacking in practical experience. I believe after completing I am more prepared for MFE interviews, which are fast approaching, and I now also understand programming and OO programming a lot better. This is also due to the helpful TA's who always replied and aimed to help me with any queries I had on the forum.

 

[QwarBorpo]

I found this course extremely helpful. I thought I knew C++ decently well, but I was utterly wrong. It covered the material in depth, precisely what I was looking for. The exercises and lectures solidified the more complex subjects and provided practice. Having homework that the TA grades was also lovely, as I was more aware of the code quality and the patterns I use to design my programs. I took this course because I'm starting a quantitative finance program in the fall, and I wanted to be extra prepared for the programming aspect. Some MFE programs recommended this course as prep, so I figured I'd take it.

 

[Daniel Duffy]

The seeds of this course were sown in 1990 and evolved over many years in real life. To date, I have written several books.
And this course is focused on finance.

Books :: Datasim

www.datasim.nl

A short history is here.

An Interview with Daniel J. Duffy: The Origins of C++ in Quantitative Finance | magazine.thalesians.com

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