November 2024
Intermediate to advanced
424 pages
9h 55m
English
Overview
"Asynchronous Programming with C++" is your comprehensive guide to implementing efficient, high-performance software leveraging modern C++ features for concurrency and asynchronous programming. Throughout the book, you'll master advanced concepts such as threading, coroutines, and Boost.Asio, enabling you to build software optimized for today's multi-core and distributed environments.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand and apply asynchronous programming concepts in C++ such as futures, promises, and async function.
- Learn to utilize coroutines to write more concise and readable asynchronous code.
- Develop robust and scalable network and I/O solutions with Boost.Asio and Boost.Cobalt.
- Implement and manage threads and explore thread-safety mechanisms like locks and atomic operations.
- Enhance performance through proven optimization techniques and master debugging asynchronous systems.
Author(s)
Javier Reguera-Salgado and Juan Antonio Rufes are experienced software engineers specializing in C++ and systems programming, with over five decades of combined professional experience. They bring expertise in concurrent and distributed computing to their approach, providing practical and insightful guidance throughout the book. Their writing is designed to build a deep understanding while connecting complex concepts to real-world applications.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for C++ developers looking to enhance their skills in concurrency and asynchronous programming. It's particularly suitable for professionals wanting to implement high-performance and scalable solutions. Readers should have a basic grasp of C++ and aim to tackle challenges in multi-threaded and reactive software. If you're keen to explore in-depth knowledge of modern C++ asynchronous features, this book is tailored for you.
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