Using a Standard C++ Library Class

One of the major changes that object-orientation has made in the work of the programmer is a change in attitude. Where programmers once created everything from scratch, object-oriented programmers first look for classes someone else may have created to do the job.

Obviously, this can be a tremendous benefit to programmer productivity. Whether you are a professional or an amateur, class libraries not only save time, but make it possible to create programs far more powerful than would otherwise be possible. Having a good class library is like having a staff of world-class programmers working for you.

The Standard C++ class library is a good place to start when you need a class to serve a particular purpose and ...

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