Boost.Text - Fixing std::string, and Adding Unicode to Standard C++ - Part 2

Explore a comprehensive conference talk from CppNow 2018 that delves into the proposed Boost.Text library, addressing the design flaws of std::string and introducing Unicode support to Standard C++. Learn about the library's interoperating types and algorithms, which aim to fix issues such as std::string's fat interface, inefficiency for editing long character sequences, and lack of text encoding support. Discover how Boost.Text provides a consistent and modern approach to string handling, offering full Unicode support for users who need it without burdening those who don't. Gain insights into the library's potential for future standardization and its impact on C++ string manipulation. Presented by Zach Laine, an experienced C++ developer with expertise in data visualization, numeric computing, games, and generic programming.

C++Now 2018: Z. Laine “Boost.Text: Fixing std::string, and Adding Unicode to Standard C++ (part 2)”