C++ Core and Other C++ Guidelines - The Good, the Bad, and the Questionable

Explore a comprehensive conference talk that examines C++ Core Guidelines and best practices, comparing their original intentions with real-world applications in project style guides. Learn how commonly repeated guidelines can lose their context and rationale when reduced to simple rules, and discover effective strategies for implementing guidelines that enhance team productivity without creating unnecessary bureaucracy. Gain insights from Arne Mertz, a seasoned C++ developer with over 15 years of experience in embedded and enterprise systems, as he analyzes the practical implications of various coding guidelines and provides recommendations for choosing and applying them effectively in software projects.