Overview
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Learn how to make your C++ code cross-platform and discover the benefits of portable programming in this 41-minute conference talk from CppNow. Explore the advantages of cross-platform development, including improved code quality, standards compliance, and future-proofing. Gain insights into choosing build tools, compilers, and GUI toolkits for optimal portability. Understand best practices for filesystem access and automated builds. Address common challenges in convincing teams to adopt cross-platform strategies and navigate unexpected differences in linking. Enhance your C++ skills and expand your potential customer base through portable coding techniques.
Syllabus
Intro
Regular Cross-platform Releases
Cross Platform Code is Better!
More Standards Compliant
Future Resistant
More Tools Available
Static Analysis
Wider Customer Base
Guidelines - Build Tool
Guidelines - Choose Your Compilers
Guidelines. Choose Your Compilers
Guidelines - GUI Toolkit
Guidelines - Filesystem Access
Guidelines - Automated Builds
What If The Team Isn't convinced?
Unexpected Differences: Linking
Questions?
Jason Turner
Taught by
CppNow