[Question] C# or C++

[ShadeTeK]

Hello,

I am new to Memory Editing. I have had a basic knowledge of programming and wanting to finally learn a language for this kind of stuff.

I have read the rules for this section but I want to get a definite answer from the pros themselves.

I like the look of C++ because it's quite advanced and just the looks of it.
But C# is an easier language to learn, however it might not be as powerful as C++ !

The thing is though, I am not sure what to pick! My new years resolution was to learn a programming language for this kind of stuff. And I want to know what to do now
I have some great ideas for WoW hacks but I just need the skills in order to actually create something in the first place!

Anyway, sorry if this is a repeat thread but I want to hear from you guys to me.

-ShadeTeK

[ddebug]

Choose whatever language you are the most comfortable with.
C# is just as powerful as C++*. I prefer working in a managed environment so I develop in C#. It's easier to use and I can rapidly develop applications without much work.

* Note: Because I know I will get flamed for this, C# can do everything C++ can. I said "C++" for a reason. If he mentioned C, that would be a different argument. C can create drivers. C++ cannot create drivers (p.s. you can, but if you don't use any of the libraries that make C++ different from C). C# can do everything C++ can and vice-versa.

[jjaa]

If you want to actually reverse stuff a basic understanding of C++ will help greatly. I recommend for learning (for reversing) C++ -> ASM -> C#. I think going from low level to high level is an easier transition than high to low. Although that's just my opinion from my experience...so...

[ShadeTeK]

I feel comfortable with C++, do you think I should go with it?

[Megamike55]

I feel comfortable with C++, do you think I should go with it?

You are asking your question twice now. The advice they gave is good. Especially "Choose whatever language you are the most comfortable with. "

Gogo. I personally use both a lot.

[ShadeTeK]

You are asking your question twice now. The advice they gave is good. Especially "Choose whatever language you are the most comfortable with. "

Gogo. I personally use both a lot.

Yeah, I have an idea of what to do now! My learning begins today!

[amadmonk]

Keep in mind that being familiar with C++ still does not make it a good choice for rapid prototyping. It's important for learning reversing; arguably more important is understanding the mapping between C++ and assembly. For developing an app, I would stay away from unmanaged languages, for reasons too complex to go into here (main reason: correct memory management is *hard*, and is probably the number one pitfall of novice/intermediate coders in unmanaged languages; it can be mitigated through the use of things like smart pointers and patterns like RAII, but why invite trouble for yourself if you don't have to?).