Customization Methods: Connecting User and C++ Library Code

Explore the evolving interface between C++ libraries and their users in this comprehensive conference talk from CppCon 2023. Delve into crucial design considerations for library developers and examine various methods for connecting generic library code with user-specific code, known as Customization Points. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches, including CTS, ADL, Concepts, CTOs, and the emerging tag_invoke method. Gain insights into future directions for these mechanisms, including plans for C++26 and C++29. By the end of this 70-minute presentation, acquire a toolset for designing your next library and familiarize yourself with the terminology and latest developments in the field of C++ library design and customization.