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Good software design is essential for the success of your project, but designing software is hard to do. You need to have a deep understanding of the consequences of design decisions and a good overview of available design alternatives. With this book, experienced C++ developers will get a thorough, practical, and unparalleled overview of software design with this modern language.

C++ trainer and consultant Klaus Iglberger explains how you can manage dependencies and abstractions, improve changeability and extensibility of software entities, and apply and implement modern design patterns to help you take advantage of today's possibilities. Software design is the most essential aspect of a software project because it impacts the software's most important properties: maintainability, changeability, and extensibility.

Learn how to evaluate your code with respect to software design
Understand what software design is, including design goals such as changeability and extensibility
Explore the advantages and disadvantages of each design approach
Learn how design patterns help solve problems and express intent
Choose the right form of a design pattern to get the most out of its advantages

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Why I Wrote This Book

By the time I was really digging into the language (that was a few years after the first C++ standard had been released), I had read pretty much every C++ book there was. But despite the fact that many of these books were great and definitely paved the way for my current career as a C++ trainer and consultant, they were too focused on the little details and the implementation specifics, and too far away from the bigger picture of maintainable software.

At the time, very few books truly focused on the bigger picture, dealing with the development of large software systems. Among these were John Lakos’s Large Scale C++ Software Design, a great but literally heavy introduction to dependency management, and the so-called Gang of Four book, which is the classic book on software design patterns. Unfortunately, over the years, this situation hasn’t really changed: most books, talks, blogs, etc., primarily focus on language mechanics and features—the small details and specifics. Very few, and in my opinion way too few, new releases focus on maintainable software, changeability, extensibility, and testability. And if they try to, they unfortunately quickly fall back into the common habit of explaining language mechanics and demonstrating features.

This is why I’ve written this book. A book that does not, in contrast to most others, spend time on the mechanics or the many features of the language, but primarily focuses on changeability, extensibility, and testability of software in general. A book that does not pretend that the use of new C++ standards or features will make the difference between good or bad software, but instead clearly shows that it is the management of dependencies that is decisive, that the dependencies in our code decide between it being good or bad. As such, it is a rare kind of book in the world of C++ indeed, as it focuses on the bigger picture: software design.

Who This Book Is For

This book is of value to every C++ developer. In particular, it is for every C++ developer interested in understanding the usual problems of maintainable software and learning about common solutions to these problems (and I assume that is indeed every C++ developer). However, this book is not a C++ beginner’s book. In fact, most of the guidelines in this book require some experience with software development in general and C++ in particular. For instance, I assume that you have a firm grasp of the language mechanics of inheritance hierarchies and some experience with templates. Then I can reach for the corresponding features whenever necessary and appropriate. Once in a while, I will even reach for some C++20 features (in particular C++20 concepts). However, as the focus is on software design, I will rarely dwell on explaining a particular feature, so if a feature is unknown to you, please consult your favorite C++ language reference. Only occasionally will I add some reminders, mostly about common C++ idioms (such as the Rule of 5).

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Klaus Iglberger is a freelancing C++ trainer and consultant. He shares his expertise of 15+ years of C++ in popular training courses around the world and is a frequent speaker at C++ conferences. Since his PhD in 2010 he has focused on large-scale software design and on how to improve the maintainability of software. His major interest is how to design for change and extensibility and how to apply design patterns to simplify the task.

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Kevin Carpenter

Excellent in-Depth Design Coverage for C++

Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2023

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Having taken a class with Klaus in 2019, I was excited to get my hands on his book. I find Klaus to be a first-rate teacher, who has deep knowledge and can convey it well. Taking his class (which I recommend) was great, but I needed more time. This book gives me just that. His technique for teaching comes through in his writing. The book allows me to go over pieces at my pace and when necessary (for me), to review.

I appreciate that design is complicated, and the book gives details about when and why you might use a particular pattern. When designing good software, a lot of your decisions are very dependent on what you’re designing and how you want to implement. Those nuances come through as each pattern is explained in detail.

Finally, the book uses modern C++ standards in its examples, including C++ 20; while also including previous standards as well. I know GoF was the standard in design patterns, but for me this worked well as it is specific to C++.

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Mastering Modern C++: "C++ Software Design" Unleashes the Power of Robust and Efficient Programming

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"C++ Software Design" by Klaus Iglberger, published by the prestigious O'Reilly Media, is a groundbreaking resource for software developers looking to elevate their C++ programming skills. With a focus on contemporary techniques and best practices, this book guides readers through the process of designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, efficient, and maintainable C++ applications.

Klaus Iglberger, an accomplished expert in the field, offers a masterful blend of in-depth knowledge and practical experience, making this book an essential read for both beginners and seasoned developers. His writing is precise, engaging, and insightful, allowing readers to grasp complex concepts effortlessly. With numerous real-world examples and hands-on exercises, the book fosters a deep understanding of modern C++ principles and practices.

"C++ Software Design" covers a wide array of topics that cater to various aspects of software development. Readers will gain a solid foundation in C++ fundamentals, learn advanced language features, and explore libraries and tools to enhance productivity. The book delves into vital topics such as object-oriented programming, design patterns, performance optimization, and error handling, providing the necessary tools to build high-quality software.

One of the standout features of this book is its focus on modern C++ standards, such as C++11, C++14, C++17, and C++20. These updates provide numerous enhancements to the language, enabling developers to create more efficient, maintainable, and powerful applications. Iglberger's thorough explanation of these modern features makes it easy for readers to adopt and implement them in their own projects.

In conclusion, "C++ Software Design" by Klaus Iglberger is a must-read for anyone looking to excel in C++ programming. This comprehensive guide, with its clear writing, real-world examples, and extensive coverage of modern C++ standards, empowers developers to create exceptional software. If you're aiming to stay current with industry trends and deliver high-quality C++ applications, don't miss this invaluable resource!

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Kelly Maurice

Outstanding book on C++ design patterns

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This is a great book with really clear explanations of the major design patterns. It updates GoF and is much easier to understand. Thorough treatment of SOLID, value-based semantics, definition of design patterns, and performance considerations. There are really nice little examples working through the patterns. He also explains the problem of misuse of patterns, particularly since many patterns are quite similar in the implementations and it can be easy to confuse them. Well edited with few typos.

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Excellent high-level advice on designing software with C++

Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2022

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C++ Software Design is about, well, software design. This is as opposed to a lot of nitty gritty details about C++ syntax. The book really is about design, not C++ features (of course features play a role, you have to know C++). There are definitely some complex topics in the book, but in my opinion Iglberger does a good job of making them clear.

Primary concepts are (there are more in the form of Guidelines):

Understanding the importance of software design.

Design for change.

Separate interfaces to avoid artificial coupling (the Interface Segregation Principle, see the link above).

Design for Testability.

Design for extension (the Open Closed Principle, see the link above).

Iglberger offers great high-level advice:

Separate concerns

Prefer composition to inheritance

Prefer a non-intrusive design

Prefer value semantics over reference semantics

The book includes great discussions about how to use the classic Gang of Four Design Patterns, both the "old-fashioned" way with virtual hierarchies, and the "modern C++" way using value semantics.

The book is friendly, conversational, and very readable for something about such a complex subject.

Highly recommend.

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Yung-Hsiang Huang

Both pros and cons for each design pattern are discussed!

Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2023

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This book provides modern aspects for many well-known design patterns. Both their advantages and disadvantages are discussed in great detail. (Ex: classical implementation/reference semantics in GoF v.s modern implementation/value semantics with C++17/20.)

This is a readable Design Pattern textbook for C++ programmers.

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F. Huynh

A modern c++ update to design patterns

Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2022

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This is a really great update covering some classic design patterns but updated for modern c++. By modern C++ the author is referring to implementing design patterns with value-type semantics . This is the first time I've read an explaination of what type erasure is and it actually kinda makes sense! I really recommend it to those who've maybe seen Sean Parent's papers and talks and had a hard time following them. I'll definately have to read this book again to really absorb it, but the writing style is entertaining.

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Mateusz Berezecki

Excellent advanced c++ resource

Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2022

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Like other reviewers have stated before me, this book is excellent advanced and high level resource on designing software with modern C++. I wont belabor the point. If you'd like to elevate your C++ game, just read this book

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Antonio

Molto più che un libro per programmatori C++

Reviewed in Italy on November 10, 2023

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Ottima trattazione dei design pattern in ambito C++. Scritto a diversi livelli di astrazione, dove molte delle considerazioni possono essere riportate anche su codebase con linguaggi differenti.

Non aggiunge molto di nuovo sui vari pattern, però la trattazione è tra le più precise che si possono trovare. C'è sempre una forte discussione su quale contesto sia il migliore in ogni pattern e vengono sempre discussi i possibili contro di certe scelte di design.
Ho apprezzato tanto il formalismo usato nei vari schemi delle diverse architetture presentate, molto efficace dal mio punto di vista.

Lato C++ anche ci sono parecchi pattern di implementazione interessanti, che aggiungono parecchio valore al libro. Molto interessante anche come usa le ultime feature del linguaggio per ridurre le varie dipendenze dei pattern GoF classici.

Quindi mi sento di consigliarlo fortemente, anche se conoscete la maggioranza dei pattern presenti nel libro, visto che molti punti di vista portati dall'autore sono veramente interessanti.

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MW

C++ auf den Punkt gebracht

Reviewed in Germany on September 21, 2023

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Aus gut 20 Jahren C++ kann ich sagen, das Buch ist jeden Penny doppelt wert.

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Jonathan

Why do I have to learn design patterns, let me program the way I want!

Reviewed in Germany on February 2, 2023

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Unfortunately I heard this in the university, in the first object oriented programming courses.

No, design patterns do not take away personality, on the contrary, they transmit wisdom, knowing the problems of a bad design.

If to incorporate something in the software, it is necessary to modify different files, adding things all over the place and crossing our fingers that we have not left something on the way is that someone did not know SOLID and what it means to program for an interface and not for an implementation.

Klaus, who I met him on Youtube at the CppCon (put on youtube "Cppcon klaus") explains in this book --with the same elegance, and that his reading is totally enjoyable as his lectures at the cppcon-- the importance of design (with the added bonus of doing it in our favorite language).

As you read through the book you will smile as step by step Klaus takes you through what good design means, through continuous code improvements, to really understand the design patterns.

If your favorite language is C++, which it probably is, this book is a must buy.

Keep writing Klaus!

Vielen Dank! :)

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Nick Keighley

A nice walk through modern C++

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 12, 2023

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An idea of how to design C++ programs using the newer features.

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J-C. Ruel

A MUST if you’re a C++ developer in 2022

Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2022

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If you’re a C++ developer in 2022, this is THE reference you need to share with your team. First release on 2022-09-21. Just wow.

I find Iglberger’s approach beautifully rigorous ! Type erasure and free functions revolutionized my way of breaking dependencies.

Reading the book is very pleasant, it’s like hearing him lecturing one of these great presentations he does. He has a way of ordering his arguments in a really well organized top-down manner.

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