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Java vs C++: Trading UB for Semantic Memory Leaks (Same Problem, Different Punishment for Failure)

October 30, 2018 by • “No Bugs” Bunny

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with all due disrespect to mutable static/global data, I have to say that the problem of semantic memory leaks is NOT restricted to statics

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semantics of good code is about the same regardless of Java/C++ choice

Filed under: On.Programming Programming Languages

Tagged With: C/C++Memory Management

C++: "model of the hardware" vs "model of the compiler"

October 3, 2018 by • “No Bugs” Bunny

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we MUST NOT care about compiler internals beyond our task definition (which is based on (a) humans, and (b) hardware, that’s it).

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My problem with introducing a ‘model of the compiler’ into the picture, is that it can be used to justify pretty much anything without any relation to real-world requirements.

Filed under: On.Programming Programming Languages On.Development Development Philosophy

Tagged With: C/C++

How to Choose a Development Laptop

September 29, 2018 by • “Prodigy” Hare

Developers have specific needs with their systems. If you are a developer, or have been considered giving programming a try, then you will need the right equipment for the job. Choosing a development laptop may seem like an arduous task, but really it’s not unlike choosing any other laptop.

Filed under: IT Hare School For dummies by dummies