Integrate Lua with C++

C++ is a popular choice in the developer community for building complex and large-scale performant applications and systems. Often a need arises to extend the system at runtime, without recompiling the whole C++ program. Using a scripting language like Lua can help achieve this goal efficiently.
Integrate Lua to C++ is a comprehensive guide to integrating Lua to C++ and will enable you to achieve the goal of extending C++ programs at runtime. You’ll learn, in sequence, how to get and compile the Lua library, the Lua programming language, calling Lua code from C++, and calling C++ code from Lua. In each topic, you’ll practice with code examples, and learn the in-depth mechanisms for smooth working. Throughout the book, the latter examples build on the earlier ones while also acting as a standalone. You’ll learn to implement Lua executor and Lua binding generator, which you can use in your projects directly with further customizations.
By the end of this book, you’ll have mastered integrating Lua into C++ and using Lua in your C++ project efficiently, gained the skills to extend your applications at runtime, and achieved dynamic and adaptable C++ development.

Type
ebook
Category
publication date
2023-10-27
what you will learn

Explore how to access and compile Lua source code
Call Lua code from C++ for enhanced functionality
Integrate C++ code into Lua for powerful interactions
Deepen your understanding of Lua stack for advanced usage
Implement a project-ready Lua executor and binding generator
Extend C++ projects with customizable and extensible Lua scripting

no of pages
216
duration
432
key features
Get hands-on experience by integrating Lua with C++ * Explore real-life project-ready advanced techniques for your future projects * Learn Lua through practical coding examples and exercises * Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
approach
Begin by building Lua and understanding its fundamentals. Then, learn how to call Lua code from C++ and vice versa, with concrete examples and step-by-step instructions. Dive into advanced techniques, including mapping Lua types to C++ and working with Lua tables. By following practical examples and exercises, readers gain the skills needed to integrate Lua and C++ for real-world projects.
audience
This book is for C++ developers seeking to seamlessly integrate Lua, learn the Lua programming language by examples, or enhance their understanding of Lua-C++ interaction. Basic knowledge of C++ is required to fully benefit from this book.
meta description
Discover the perfect synergy between C++ and Lua to create powerful, adaptable, and high-performing software solutions
short description
Integrate Lua to C++ is a practical guide with real-life examples and techniques to seamlessly extend your applications. You’ll learn how to use Lua's flexibility for runtime logic and control, empowering you to create dynamic and customizable solutions. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in integrating Lua with C++ for building adaptable and feature-rich applications.
subtitle
Seamlessly integrate Lua scripting to enhance application flexibility
keywords
C++ programming, C++ programming language, C++ programming book, C++ programming cheat sheet
Product ISBN
9781805128618