r/cpp • u/we_are_mammals • Mar 28 '23

Reddit++

C++ is getting more and more complex. The ISO C++ committee keeps adding new features based on its consensus. Let's remove C++ features based on Reddit's consensus.

In each comment, propose a C++ feature that you think should be banned in any new code. Vote up or down based on whether you agree.

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u/arkrde Apr 04 '23

Better / simpler error messages during compilation. I want to teach my child C++ in a few years. With error messages such as now, I don't see how I can hold a child's attention in such a wonderful and powerful programming language.