ACCU Conference Talks & Presentations

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Multi Threading Model in Paradox Games - Past, Present and Future

Explore the evolution of multi-threading models in Paradox grand strategy games, from past implementations to current systems and future possibilities for improved performance and complexity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Using, Generating and Testing with Pseudo-Random Numbers

Explore pseudo-random number generation, distributions, and applications in coding. Learn about deterministic chaos, testing techniques, and visualize concepts through blob racing simulations.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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C++ Horizons

Explore the future of C++ with insights on reflection, pattern matching, and senders. Discover how these upcoming features will revolutionize C++ programming in the next decade.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Modified Condition - Decision Coverage in Gcc - An Introduction, Motivation, Intuition and Tooling

Explore Modified Condition/Decision Coverage: its importance in safety-critical software, benefits, and implementation using GCC, with insights for automotive and aviation industries.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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And Then() Some(T) - Don't Look in the Box! - Practical Higher-Order Functions in C++ Combinators

Explore practical higher-order functions in C++, inspired by Rust and Haskell. Learn to write cleaner code using combinators for modular control flow management.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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How Bloomberg Uses Behavior-Driven Development to Test Distributed Systems

Explore Bloomberg's approach to testing distributed systems using Behavior-Driven Development and the 'behave' framework for enhanced end-to-end coverage and reliability.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Fumbling Forward - Embracing Mistakes in Agile Teams

Transforming mistakes into opportunities for growth in Agile teams. Learn strategies to embrace failures, overcome self-doubt, and foster a positive mindset for successful software engineering.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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The Art of Addictive Software - The Digital Narcotic

Explore the ethics of addictive software design, its impact on users, and the responsibility of developers in creating digital products that can influence human behavior.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Adventures with React and JUCE - Building UI with Typescript in a C++ Application

Explore integrating React and TypeScript with C++ using JUCE for audio application UI development. Learn advantages, challenges, and performance insights from real-world implementation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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How to Master C++

Practical advice for mastering modern C++ through five key programming mindsets: imperative, compile-time, functional, concurrency, and performance. Develop and blend these skills for continuous improvement.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Introduction to Secure Multi-Party Computation

Explore secure multi-party computation techniques for joint calculations on private data without revealing inputs. Learn about homomorphic encryption, garbled circuits, and secret sharing.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Binary File Format Engineering and Reverse Engineering

Explore binary file formats, from basics to advanced techniques. Learn engineering principles, reverse engineering methods, and practical applications in software development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Rust for the Recalcitrant C++ Programmer - ACCU 2023

Comparative exploration of Rust features for C++ programmers, highlighting ownership, type system, immutability, pattern matching, and concurrency, with practical examples and discussions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Comparing 'Classic C++' and 'Modern C++' Ways to Solve Programming Tasks

Explore the evolution of C++ programming techniques, comparing classic and modern approaches to solve common tasks, with insights on readability, efficiency, and best practices.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Introduction to Epoch-Based Memory Reclamation - What to Do When No Thread is Watching

Explore epoch-based memory reclamation in concurrent programming, comparing it to hazard pointers and discussing its characteristics, benefits, and potential drawbacks for efficient memory management.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk