Explore the world of electronic trading for C++ programmers in this comprehensive conference talk from ACCU 2023. Delve into the intricacies of high-frequency and low-latency trading strategies, demystifying the industry and its unique challenges. Learn about centralized exchanges with continuous matching of limit orders, covering essential topics such as reference and market data, execution, and order book kinematics. Discover how to build low-latency trading programs with optimized thread models, networking, and memory management. Gain insights into quantitative aspects, including matching engine simulation, alpha modeling, slippage, and risk management. Benefit from the expertise of Mathias Gaunard, a lead quantitative developer with extensive experience in telecommunications, scientific computing, and high-frequency trading.