Are C and C++ different types of coding languages?

Yes, C and C++ are different, though closely related. C++ is essentially an extension of the C programming language—it builds on C’s features and adds additional tools, especially object-oriented programming (OOP).

Here’s a quick breakdown:

• C is a procedural programming language, meaning it focuses on functions and sequences of instructions.

• C++ supports everything C does, but also includes object-oriented features like classes, inheritance, and polymorphism, which allow for more structured and reusable code.

Example in C (procedural approach):

#include 

void greet() {
    printf("Hello, world!");
}

int main() {
    greet();
    return 0;
}

Same idea in C++ (with an object-oriented approach):

#include 
using namespace std;

class Greeter {
public:
    void greet() {
        cout << "Hello, world!";
    }
};

int main() {
    Greeter g;
    g.greet();
    return 0;
}

So while the basics (like variables, loops, and syntax) are very similar, C++ gives you more tools and structure—especially useful for large, complex programs.