Const is a keyword originated in the C programming language that had its meaning expanded in C++. The original goal of const in C declarations is to allow for the use of non-modifiable data. The most common example is manipulating string data that is stored in read-only memory. Since it is not possible to modify…
A hot debate has been maintained for several years about the advantages or disadvantages of C++ in the practice of programming. C++ has certainly gained a lot of strength in the market, especially since the new standard (C++14) was approved and became supported by most compiler vendors. On the other hand, C++ still receives lots of…
C++ templates are a powerful mechanism that can be used to create generic code. With templates, it is also possible to remove undesirable code duplication, since the same code can then be applied to data of different types. On the flip-side, however, templates can also create problems due to the potential they have to slow…