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C++ creator rebuts White House warning (www.infoworld.com)
submitted 2 years ago by [M] to c/cpp@programming.dev
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[–] 9 points 2 years ago* (1 child)

I have worked with fairly large c++ codebases: It's totally possible to write much safer code than it ever was and I actually enjoy modern c++. Still it's still a burden and mishaps can and will happen. The time for the c++ committee to show they can overcome the language's issues has passed IMHO there are much better, and more expressive, alternatives.

I don't believe in the whole model of releasing a standard every 3 years and then taking who knows how long to implement it, and not braking compatibility. that shit just hinders the language. With all this said I don't think c++ is going to die any time soon.

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  • [–] [S] 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    The time for the c++ committee to show they can overcome the language’s issues has passed IMHO there are much better, and more expressive, alternatives.

    I'm not sure if this is a good take.

    Languages deemed "safe" boil down to two features: supporting specific memory management strategies, and adding static code analysis checks that enforce rules and best practices.

    Can't this be done already without involving committees?

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