Learn how to write simpler, more effective C++ code in this ACCU 2018 conference talk. Explore the benefits of simplicity in programming, overcome resistance to simplification, and discover specific techniques to create cleaner, more maintainable code. Gain insights into naming conventions, function length, parameter management, and leveraging modern C++ standards. Understand why simpler code is often faster, more correct, and easier to write, ultimately leading to improved development practices and better software outcomes.