Re: [boost] [xpressive] Performance Tuning?

Subject: Re: [boost] [xpressive] Performance Tuning?
From: Joel de Guzman (joel_at_[hidden])
Date: 2009-07-29 00:08:30

Paul Baxter wrote:
> I'm really appreciative of the testing you are all doing with parsing 
> code and hope that at the end we can see both how fast and how clear and 
> maintainable the various styles of parser code become (focus on 
> accuracy, speed then perhaps more on the clarity).
> 
> Its great to see the enthusiasm and results. Looking forward to more 
> tips once we have a fair test directly pitting spirit with expressive 
> and other parsing methodologies.

Keep i mind that we are testing just one small aspect of parsing/
text processing. It just so happens that spirit is designed to be
optimal in this *specific* use case. xpressive will definitely
shine in other areas (e.g. searching, replacing). So, as always,
use the right tool for the job.

Regards,
-- 
Joel de Guzman
http://www.boostpro.com
http://spirit.sf.net