Template Metaprogramming with C++

Learn how the metaprogramming technique enables you to create data structures and functions that allow computation to happen at compile time. With this book, you'll realize how templates help you avoid writing duplicate code and are key to creating generic libraries, such as the standard library or Boost, that can be used in a multitude of programs.
The introductory chapters of this book will give you insights into the fundamentals of templates and metaprogramming. You'll then move on to practice writing complex templates and exploring advanced concepts such as template recursion, template argument deduction, forwarding references, type traits, and conditional compilation. Along the way, you'll learn how to write variadic templates and how to provide requirements to the template arguments with C++20 constraints and concepts. Finally, you'll apply your knowledge of C++ metaprogramming templates to implement various metaprogramming patterns and techniques.
By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to write effective templates and implement metaprogramming in your everyday programming journey.

Type
ebook
Category
publication date
2022-08-19
what you will learn

Understand the syntax for all types of templates
Discover how specialization and instantiation works
Get to grips with template argument deduction and forwarding references
Write variadic templates with ease
Become familiar with type traits and conditional compilation
Restrict template arguments in C++20 with constraints and concepts
Implement patterns such as CRTP, mixins, and tag dispatching

no of pages
480
duration
960
key features
Grasp the fundamentals of and learn to write effective C++ templates * Get up to speed with the latest C++20 template features such as constraints and concepts * Explore different patterns and idioms to integrate templates in your program design
approach
A practical guide for writing type-safe and complex programs using template metaprogramming that is loaded with practical examples and use-cases.
audience
This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C++ developers who want to learn about template metaprogramming as well as advanced C++ developers looking to get up to speed with the new C++20 features related to templates and the the various idioms and patterns. Basic C++ coding experience is necessary to get started with this book.
meta description
Understand how to use modern C++ templates for writing maintainable, robust, and fast software
short description
Templates are a key feature of the C++ language that enable us to reuse source code, write more efficient code, and create generic libraries that can be used in many applications. Yet, they are often complex and hard to understand. This book will help you in understanding and writing templates from their simplest forms to the latest C++20 features.
subtitle
Learn everything about C++ templates and unlock the power of template metaprogramming
keywords
C++ programming, Metaprograms, C++ templates, Generic programming, functional programming, advanced c++
Product ISBN
9781803243450