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Is the practice of returning a C++ reference variable evil?

Is the Practice of Returning a C Reference Variable Evil In the world of C there s a prevalent debate about the practice of returning reference variables from f

3 min read 09-10-2024 31
Is the practice of returning a C++ reference variable evil?
Is the practice of returning a C++ reference variable evil?

What are rvalues, lvalues, xvalues, glvalues, and prvalues?

Understanding rvalues lvalues xvalues glvalues and prvalues in C When programming in C you will often encounter terms like rvalues lvalues xvalues glvalues and

2 min read 08-10-2024 36
What are rvalues, lvalues, xvalues, glvalues, and prvalues?
What are rvalues, lvalues, xvalues, glvalues, and prvalues?

What are the basic rules and idioms for operator overloading?

Understanding Operator Overloading Basic Rules and Idioms Operator overloading is a powerful feature in programming languages such as C Python and others allowi

3 min read 08-10-2024 26
What are the basic rules and idioms for operator overloading?
What are the basic rules and idioms for operator overloading?

What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?

Undefined Reference Unresolved External Symbol Errors A Guide to Debugging and Fixing Them Have you ever encountered a cryptic error message like undefined refe

3 min read 07-10-2024 49
What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?
What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?

Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?

Why Templates Can Only Be Implemented in Header Files Templates are a fundamental feature in C that allow developers to write generic and reusable code However

3 min read 23-09-2024 51
Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?
Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?

Why is iostream::eof inside a loop condition (i.e. `while (!stream.eof())`) considered wrong?

Understanding the Pitfalls of Using iostream eof in Loop Conditions When working with file input and output in C many developers might be tempted to use the eof

2 min read 20-09-2024 55
Why is iostream::eof inside a loop condition (i.e. `while (!stream.eof())`) considered wrong?
Why is iostream::eof inside a loop condition (i.e. `while (!stream.eof())`) considered wrong?

What is std::move(), and when should it be used?

Understanding std move in C When to Move Not Copy In C the std move function is a powerful tool for optimizing performance by preventing unnecessary copying of

3 min read 13-09-2024 57
What is std::move(), and when should it be used?
What is std::move(), and when should it be used?

The Definitive C++ Book Guide and List

Navigating the C Book Jungle A Guide to Finding the Right Read Learning C can be a daunting task especially considering the vastness and complexity of the langu

2 min read 07-09-2024 59
The Definitive C++ Book Guide and List
The Definitive C++ Book Guide and List

How can I obtain a C++ expression's type, at compile time (i.e. constexpr'ly)?

Unveiling Type Names at Compile Time in C A Deep Dive In the world of C knowing the exact type of an expression at compile time can be incredibly valuable for o

3 min read 06-09-2024 60
How can I obtain a C++ expression's type, at compile time (i.e. constexpr'ly)?
How can I obtain a C++ expression's type, at compile time (i.e. constexpr'ly)?

Iterator invalidation rules for C++ containers

Navigating the C Container Maze Understanding Iterator Invalidation Rules Iterators are essential tools in C for navigating and manipulating elements within con

3 min read 30-08-2024 49
Iterator invalidation rules for C++ containers
Iterator invalidation rules for C++ containers

Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?

Why Template Implementations Belong in Header Files A Deep Dive Templates are a powerful feature in C that allow you to write generic code that can work with di

2 min read 29-08-2024 65
Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?
Why can templates only be implemented in the header file?

Where can I find all the exception guarantees for the Standard Containers and Algorithms?

Decoding the Exception Guarantees of C Standard Containers and Algorithms Understanding the exception guarantees provided by the C Standard Template Library STL

3 min read 28-08-2024 50
Where can I find all the exception guarantees for the Standard Containers and Algorithms?
Where can I find all the exception guarantees for the Standard Containers and Algorithms?

What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?

What is an Undefined Reference Unresolved External Symbol Error and How Do I Fix It When developing software especially in languages like C and C you might enco

3 min read 27-08-2024 71
What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?
What is an undefined reference/unresolved external symbol error and how do I fix it?