Lex Fridman Podcast Bjarne Stroustrup: C++
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Nov 7, 2019 Bjarne Stroustrup, the creator of C++, shares his insights on the language's remarkable evolution and enduring relevance. He discusses the balance between efficiency and reliability, particularly in systems like automotive software. Stroustrup emphasizes the importance of simplification in code to enhance safety and maintainability. Delving into the design philosophy, he highlights the significance of abstraction versus efficiency. Additionally, he touches on the challenges of integrating machine learning technologies in critical systems, revealing C++'s vital role in software engineering.
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First Program
- Bjarne Stroustrup's first program, written in ALGOL 60, calculated a superellipse's shape and connected perimeter points.
- It created star patterns on a paper printer using wet ink.
Simula's Impact
- Stroustrup found Simula, an extension of ALGOL 60, to be the first language he loved.
- Simula's flexible type system and object-oriented programming were key to managing program complexity.
Type Systems
- Pascal's rigid type system hindered Stroustrup, while Simula allowed custom type creation.
- Simula enabled building domain-specific types and relationships, unlike Pascal's restrictive approach.