C++

C++ — High-Performance Systems Programming Language

Build fast, reliable, and efficient software with uncompromising performance, low-level control, and modern abstractions.

Why C++

Unmatched Performance

Zero-cost abstractions and direct hardware access deliver performance that rivals assembly language.

Low-Level Control

Fine-grained memory management and system-level programming for complete control over your applications.

Modern Abstractions

C++20 and C++23 bring concepts, ranges, coroutines, and modules for expressive, type-safe code.

Vast Ecosystem

Decades of libraries, frameworks, and tools spanning every domain from games to finance.

Backward Compatibility

Leverage existing codebases with seamless interoperability across C++ standards.

Industry Standard

Trusted by major tech companies for critical infrastructure, operating systems, and real-time systems.

Modern C++ Features

Concepts

Define template requirements with clear, compile-time constraints that improve error messages and code clarity.

Ranges

Composable algorithms and lazy evaluation for elegant, efficient data processing pipelines.

Coroutines

Write asynchronous code that reads like synchronous code with first-class coroutine support.

Modules

Faster compilation and better encapsulation with the modern alternative to header files.

Memory Safety

Smart pointers, RAII, and modern best practices minimize memory leaks and undefined behavior.

#include <iostream>
#include <ranges>
#include <vector>

// Modern C++20 with concepts
template<typename T>
concept Numeric = std::integral<T> || 
                  std::floating_point<T>;

template<Numeric T>
T square(T value) {
    return value * value;
}

int main() {
    std::vector numbers{1, 2, 3, 4, 5};
    
    // Ranges and views
    auto squared = numbers 
        | std::views::transform(square<int>)
        | std::views::filter([](int n) { 
            return n > 5; 
          });
    
    for (int n : squared) {
        std::cout << n << " ";
    }
    // Output: 9 16 25
    
    return 0;
}

Getting Started

Install a Compiler

Choose from industry-leading compilers with excellent C++20/23 support:

  • GCC — GNU Compiler Collection with comprehensive standards support
  • Clang — Modern compiler with excellent diagnostics and tooling
  • MSVC — Microsoft Visual C++ for Windows development

Hello World

#include <iostream>
#include <string_view>

int main() {
    constexpr std::string_view message = 
        "Hello, Modern C++!";
    
    std::cout << message << std::endl;
    
    return 0;
}

Compile with:

g++ -std=c++20 hello.cpp -o hello

Build Systems

Modern build tools streamline your development workflow:

CMake

Industry-standard cross-platform build system

Meson

Fast, user-friendly build system with simple syntax

Ecosystem & Tooling

Package Managers

  • vcpkg

    Microsoft's cross-platform package manager with 2000+ libraries

  • Conan

    Decentralized package manager with binary management

Development Tools

  • Visual Studio

    Full-featured IDE with excellent debugging support

  • CLion

    JetBrains IDE with intelligent code assistance

Debuggers & Profilers

  • GDB & LLDB

    Powerful command-line debuggers

  • Valgrind

    Memory error detection and profiling suite

Testing Frameworks

  • Google Test

    Comprehensive unit testing framework

  • Catch2

    Modern, header-only test framework

Community & Resources

Join millions of developers building the future with C++

Documentation

Comprehensive references, tutorials, and guides for all skill levels

Standards Committee

ISO C++ standards development and evolution proposals

Community Forums

Connect with developers on Stack Overflow, Reddit, and Discord

CppCon

Annual conference with talks from industry experts

Learning Resources

Books, courses, and tutorials from beginner to advanced

Contribute

Contribute to compilers, libraries, and open-source projects

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