Cplusplus_presentation

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C++ Programming Language
C++
Pronounced “C plus plus”
A general-purpose language
Compiled before a program runs
Uses types, functions and classes
Built for speed and memory control
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2.

A Short History
1979
Bjarne Stroustrup begins “C with Classes”
1983
The language receives the name C++
1998
The first international standard: C++98
2011
C++11 adds tools for simpler, safer code
The goal: keep the speed of C and organise larger programs.
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Advantages and Difficulties
Advantages
Difficulties
Fast, efficient programs
Detailed control over memory
Ready-made tools in the standard
library
Many rules to learn
Memory mistakes can cause
crashes
Careful testing is necessary
Modern C++ tools help reduce common mistakes.
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4.

C++ in Real Projects
Unreal Engine
Chromium
Epic Games
C++ code controls gameplay,
character movement and
interactions.
The project behind Google Chrome
C++ is one of its main
programming languages.
My view: C++ will remain useful where performance matters.
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