Re: [boost] Most needed/desired features in C++

From: joel de guzman (djowel_at_[hidden])
Date: 2002-02-18 10:38:30

Next to typeof(x), I'd love to see Dave (Abraham's) "auto" for type deduction.

auto v = an_arbitrarily_complex_expression;

--Joel

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Herb Sutter" 

> Hi folks,
> 
> Pardon if this has already been discussed on the list, but I'd like your
> feedback on this question: "What are the most needed or desired features in
> C++ for modern library writing in general and Boost in particular?"
> 
> Two usual suspects:
>  - typedef templates
>  - typeof (with gcc semantics?)
> 
> What else should be on the list? For example, is there language support that
> would assist type traits?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Herb