C++ Template Metaprogramming

Gain insights into C++ template metaprogramming. Learn template fundamentals, variadic templates, advanced concepts, and modern practices. Explore patterns, idioms, and practical applications to write efficient code.

Intermediate

116 Lessons

20h

Certificate of Completion

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9 Quizzes

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Course Overview

Templates have revolutionized the world of C++ programming. This course covers templates extensively, revealing their underlying mechanics, uses, and advancements. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced C++ developer, the importance of mastering templates and understanding their diverse applications cannot be understated. The course introduces modules on templates, setting the stage for more advanced topics. You'll learn template fundamentals, variadic templates, and advanced template concepts and explo...Show More

What You'll Learn

In-depth understanding of C++ templates and their role in code abstraction

Hands-on experience in utilizing variadic templates and type traits for complex tasks

Familiarity with modern C++ features like concepts and constraints

The ability to apply patterns and idioms for efficient C++ template programming

What You'll Learn

In-depth understanding of C++ templates and their role in code abstraction

Course Content

Introduction to the Course

Get familiar with C++ template metaprogramming, from core concepts to advanced features.

Getting Started

What This Course Covers

Course Prerequisites and Conventions

Template Basics

Discover the logic behind C++ templates, their usage, history, benefits, and challenges.

An Introduction to Templates Understanding the Need for Templates Writing Our First Templates Understanding Template Terminology A Brief History of Templates The Pros and Cons of Templates Summary of Template Basics Quiz: Template Basics Challenge: Finding the Array Sum Solution: Finding the Array Sum

Template Fundamentals

Examine C++ template basics including functions, classes, specializations, and lambda templates.

An Introduction to Template Fundamentals Defining Function Templates Defining Class Templates Defining Member Function Templates Understanding Template Parameters Understanding Default Template Arguments Understanding Template Instantiation Understanding Explicit Specialization Understanding Partial Specialization Defining Variable Templates Defining Alias Templates Exploring Generic Lambdas and Lambda Templates Summary of Template Fundamentals Quiz: Template Fundamentals Challenge: Pair Template Solution: Pair Template

Variadic Templates

Grasp the fundamentals of variadic templates in C++, enhancing template flexibility and functionality.

An Introduction to Variadic Templates Understanding the Need for Variadic Templates Variadic Function Templates Parameter Packs Understanding Parameter Packs Expansion Variadic Class Templates Fold Expressions Variadic Alias Templates Variadic Variable Templates Summary of Variadic Templates Quiz: Variadic Templates Challenge: Concatenate Strings Solution: Concatenate Strings

Advanced Template Concepts

Deepen your knowledge of advanced C++ template concepts, recursion, argument deduction, and type utilities.

Introduction to Advanced Template Concepts Understanding Name Binding and Dependent Names Exploring Template Recursion Function Template Argument Deduction Class Template Argument Deduction Forwarding References The decltype Specifier The std::declval Type Operator Understanding Friendship in Templates Summary of Advanced Template Concepts Quiz: Advanced Template Concepts Challenge: Dynamic Tuple Creation Solution: Dynamic Tuple Creation

Type Traits and Conditional Compilation

12 Lessons

Implement type traits to inspect and transform types at compile-time, enhancing code flexibility.

Concepts and Constraints

16 Lessons

Learn how to improve code readability and safety in C++ templates with concepts and constraints.

Patterns and Idioms

12 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in C++ metaprogramming with patterns like CRTP, mixins, and type erasure.

Ranges and Algorithms

8 Lessons

Unpack the core of C++ ranges and algorithms, custom containers, zipping, and tuplezip creation.

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The Ranges Library

10 Lessons

Examine the C++20 ranges library, focusing on views, constrained algorithms, and custom adaptors.

11.

Closing Notes

1 Lesson

Break down the comprehensive overview and practical applications of C++ templates.

12.

Course Appendix

2 Lessons

Take a closer look at running code locally with supported compilers and further readings.

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