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CS201: Elementary Data Structures

Unit 3: Pointers and References in C++
In this unit, students will cultivate a deeper understanding of how variables are declared and represented in memory. Students will also learn about pointers and how they can be used to reference certain memory locations.

Completing this unit should take approximately 4 hours.
- Unit 3 Learning Outcomes Page
- 3.1: Review of C-Native Variables
- 3.2: Review of Pointers
- 3.3: Pointing to Memory
- 3.4: Pointers for Scalars, Vectors, and Functions
- 3.5: Pointers for Arrays
- 3.6: Pointer Arithmetic
- 3.7: Working with Pointers
- Unit 3 Assessment
  - Unit 3 Assessment Quiz
    Take this assessment to check your understanding of the materials presented in this unit.
    
    Notes:
    
    There is no minimum required score to pass this assessment, and your score on this assessment will not factor into your overall course grade.
    
    This assessment is designed to prepare you for the Final Exam that will determine your course grade. Upon submission of your assessment you will be provided with the correct answers and/or other feedback meant to help in your understanding of the topics being assessed.
    
    You may attempt this assessment as many times as needed, whenever you would like.