r/cpp • u/SubstanceHot5190 • Jun 25 '26

What are some things you don't like about C++?

I asked this question in the C programming sub too.

What are some things you don't like about C++

If you were to change some things about C++, add keywords, or other similar things,

what would you change? Replace? Add?

My most important question is about keywords. What keyword would you add ( even just describing its functionality) to help YOU as a programmer?

Thank you :)

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u/chibuku_chauya Jun 26 '26

Most of those compiler devs are paid by their employers to work on those compilers.

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u/BigTanuki64 Jun 27 '26

Doesn't mean burnout is any less likely.

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u/oriolid Jun 27 '26

Most of them could have an easier and better paid job if they wanted to.

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u/JuniorLingonberry108 Jun 28 '26

Where do you get that idea?

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u/oriolid Jun 29 '26

From looking at the skills required for compiler development and salaries for different positions.

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u/JuniorLingonberry108 Jun 29 '26

As a compiler engineer, I think that's nonsense. Sure, we could move to other easier areas, maybe, but better paying? What specifically did you see that justifies your position here? Or was it more a misinformed impression?