Beginning C++ Programming

Obtaining type information

C++ provides type information, that is, you can get information that is unique to that type and, which identifies it. C++ is a strongly typed language so the compiler will determine type information at compile time and will enforce typing rules when it comes to conversions between variable types. Any type checking that the compiler does, you can do as the developer. As a general rule of thumb if you need to cast using static_cast, const_cast, reinterpret_cast, or C-like casts, then you are making the types do something they shouldn't and hence you should reconsider rewriting your code. The compiler is very good at telling you where there is a misalignment of types, so you should use this as a hint to reassess your ...