Sy Brand
C++ developer advocate at Microsoft and author of Building a Debugger, with a background in GPU compilers and debuggers and expertise in low-level systems and tooling.
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Sep 19, 2025 • 36min
Building a Debugger • Sy Brand & Tim Misiak
In this engaging discussion, Sy Brand, a C++ developer advocate at Microsoft and author, shares his expertise on debugger construction. He highlights the complexities of core debugging tasks like stack unwinding and the evolution of debugging tools across platforms. The conversation dives into the challenges of maintaining backward compatibility and the intricacies involved in language design, along with exciting advancements like time travel debugging for non-deterministic issues. Tune in for insights that blend technical depth with practical advice!
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h
Pure Virtual C++
Developer Advocate at Microsoft, Sy Brand, talks about the upcoming Pure Virtual C++ conference. The podcast covers topics like C++ Foundation's developer survey, relocatable types, and C++20 modules. They also chat about Boost, Boston C++ meetup, and Sy's short films.
