What are C++ Standards and why do we need them?
C++ standards are maintained by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the C++ committee. They define the rules and features such as syntax and behavior of the C++ programming language. Each standard, such as C++98, C++11, C++17, and so on, introduces new language features, libraries, and improvements while maintaining backward compatibility with previous versions.
If the C++ programming language is not standardized then we have to face lots of problems like compatibility of C++ programs in various systems. Different programmers have their own rules and syntax and cannot able to understand the codes of other programmers. so, it is important to establish an organization that can maintain and regulate C++ standards which would be followed by all the programmers in the world.
C++ Standards and Implementations
C++ programming language is widely used and known for its power, versatility, and performance. C++ is an extension of the C programming language created by Danish computer scientist Bjarne Stroustrup. With time several C++ standards have been introduced with new features and enhancements. In this article, we will explore the major C++ standards, along with their key features to understand the evolution of C++ and the benefits provided to programmers or developers.
Nowadays C++ is popular for competitive programming because of its performance but it is also used for building robust applications which we are using in our daily life. A few of them are given below:
- Operating Systems
- Games
- Embedded Systems
- Compilers
- Web Browsers
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