C++ Today - The Beast is Back

Explore the resurgence of C++ in this ACCU 2018 conference talk. Delve into the historical perspective of C++, focusing on its current state and future trajectory within the programming community. Discover why engineers prioritize C++ for performance-critical applications in data centers and mobile devices. Gain insights into the language's evolution, its relationship with open-source software libraries, and its position as the preferred choice for performance-oriented development. Trace C++'s journey through computing history, from UNIVAC to modern systems, and understand its fundamental principles, including zero-overhead abstraction and low-level access. Examine the language's scalability, portability, and industry support, as well as its approach to memory management. Learn about the standardization process, performance benefits, and recent developments in the C++ ecosystem, including the impact of clang and open-source initiatives on the language's growth and adoption.