Modern C++ for Robotics Programming: Build Autonomous Robots Using ROS 2, Sensors, Navigation, Computer Vision, and Modern C++

By John Norman

Modern C++ for Robotics Programming
Build Autonomous Robots with ROS 2, Modern C++, Computer Vision, SLAM, and Autonomous Navigation

Ready to build real robots instead of just reading about them?

Modern C++ for Robotics Programming is a practical, project-based guide that teaches you how to develop intelligent robotic systems using Modern C++20/23 and ROS 2-the same technologies used by professional robotics engineers.

Instead of disconnected tutorials, you'll build one autonomous robot from the ground up. Every chapter adds a new capability, transforming a simple ROS 2 workspace into a complete robotic platform capable of mapping, localization, navigation, perception, and intelligent decision-making.

You'll learn how to:

Write professional robotics software with Modern C++20/23

Build ROS 2 nodes, packages, topics, services, and actions

Model robots with URDF and TF2

Simulate robots using Gazebo and RViz

Control differential-drive robots

Integrate LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, and wheel encoders

Implement sensor fusion using EKF

Build maps with SLAM

Navigate autonomously using Nav2

Perform computer vision with OpenCV

Detect objects using YOLO

Create intelligent robot behaviors with Behavior Trees

Optimize robotics software using multithreading and modern C++ techniques

Perfect for:

- Software developers entering robotics

- Computer science and engineering students

- ROS 2 developers

- Robotics enthusiasts

- Embedded systems engineers

- Anyone interested in autonomous robots

Every chapter includes practical examples, complete source code, debugging tips, exercises, and engineering best practices that mirror real-world robotics development.

By the end of this book, you'll have built a complete autonomous robot-and gained the confidence to design and develop your own robotics applications.

Whether your goal is to become a robotics engineer, build autonomous systems, or master Modern C++ in a real-world context, this book provides the knowledge and hands-on experience to help you succeed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H9V3WTXY
• ISBN13: 9798188379797
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.8" x 8.5"