Introduction
Think about this. Have you ever thought about two things at once? If you reflect a bit, our brains are super complex but they only focus on one train of thought. Sure, a lot can happen subconsciously, but you can only be conscious about a single thing—you can’t focus on two things at once simultaneously.
But what if you could? This opens up a wide array of possibilities. Imagine…
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Introduction
When programming game elements in Unreal, developers have two main options: develop using Unreal’s visual blueprint system or develop using the C++ language.
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Introduction
Visual Assist has been a longtime partner for coding in Visual Studio. It adds missing features and sometimes even replaces the default features in the IDE. In fact, you can even argue that Visual Assist had a direct influence as to how some of the features in Visual Studio panned out.
But what makes Visual Assist (VA) such a compelling purchase? And what about it makes it a…
In today’s fast-paced financial technology landscape, the demand for robust, high-performance software is increasing. At the core of the majority of financial innovations lies C++, a language revered for its speed, efficiency, and control.
As financial institutions…
Introduction
When it comes to developing software for the finance and banking industry, C++ is often the language of choice due to its performance, efficiency, and flexibility.
However, writing C++ programs in this highly regulated and fast-paced environment comes with its…
Installing Virtual Machines to use Visual Studio on Mac
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There are many options for IDEs for developers who are working on a Mac; however, there may still be use cases and instances where the available options are insufficient. For example some projects and client requirements may dictate the use of Microsoft’s Visual Studio (VS)—which is predominantly designed for the Windows OS.
As a workaround for, what most Mac users have done (and is one of…
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Modern programming languages evolve and are continuously refined even further with each new update. During these incremental stages of development, components such as compilers, IDEs, libraries, their units, their components, and tools undergo changes.
Furthermore, there are…
Summer CodeFest: Magnificent or Malevolent: Maps! Measured, Monitored, & Magnified! [Mrecap]
August 27, 2023
Webinar overview:
Std::maps is a staple in the C++ world for sure. It’s reliable and useful, but in this presentation, David Millington goes a level deeper and examines how other features offered beyond the standard library can be used to maximize the usefulness of the data structure.
Quick Refresher on Maps
Maps are essentially a way to store key-value pairs in an ordered structure. This…
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