I also learned (m68000 & x386) asm before I learned C and subsequently C++ and I agree that having some asm knowledge helps learn how the machine works and how

I also learned (m68000 & x386) asm before I learned C and subsequently C++ and I agree that having some asm knowledge helps learn how the machine works and how the higher level languages work as well. As for fun ways to learn asm, I'd recommend Core War (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Core_War https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Core_War) - I had a lot of fun with that back in the day. But, I also want to say; If you plan on learning modern C++, skip C. You will just have to unlearn a bunch of stuff when you switch.