The Evolution of C++ - A Typescript for C++
Explore the future of C++ in this keynote address from CppNow 2023, where Herb Sutter, chair of the ISO C++ standards committee, discusses the ongoing evolution of the language. Delve into updates on the cppfront experimental compiler, examining new features that enhance simplicity, safety, and efficiency. Learn about user-defined types, reflection, and type metafunctions through demonstrations and in-depth explanations. Analyze the importance of compatibility in programming language evolution, comparing approaches from TypeScript, Dart, and other languages. Gain insights into potential future directions for C++, including the "10% plan," "Dart plan," and "TypeScript plan" for language development. Understand the challenges and opportunities in creating a "TypeScript for C++" to ensure seamless compatibility and continued progress in the language's evolution.