C++11/14 at Scale - What Have We Learned?
Explore the impact and lessons learned from using C++11 and C++14 in large-scale production environments in this ACCU 2021 conference talk. Delve into the most useful features, commonly misused elements, and unexpected benefits and drawbacks of Modern C++ adoption in a company with thousands of engineers. Gain insights on the consequences of embracing these standards, including teachability issues and potential pitfalls. Reassess popular features and idioms with a critical eye, drawing from 8 years of real-world experience. Learn from Vittorio Romeo, an experienced Software Engineer at Bloomberg, as he shares valuable knowledge on C++ infrastructure and training. Discover how C++11/14 has shaped development practices and what insights can be applied to future projects and standards like C++20.