C++

noun · programming language · element 113 of 117

A fast, compiled language that adds objects to C, used for systems, games, browsers and anything where performance matters.

My levelWorking knowledgeUsed on real projects, with the documentation open.

In my work since: 2017
Family: Engineering

What is C++?

C++, created by Bjarne Stroustrup and first released commercially in 1985, extends C with classes, templates and a large standard library. It powers operating systems, browsers, game engines and embedded systems.

How I use C++

C++ was part of my work at Bizzolutions, with Java, on secure applications.

Where I have used itC++ by company and year, from the projects on this site and the rest of my career.

BizzolutionsSecure development · 2017 to 2019

What C++ connects to

JavaA general-purpose, object-oriented language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine, used for enterprise systems and Android.
Security Development LifecycleBuilding security in from the start: threat modelling, secure coding rules and testing at every stage instead of a check at the end.
PHPThe server-side language WordPress, WooCommerce and Moodle are written in. It runs on the server and builds each page before it reaches the browser.

Type	Programming language
Released	1985
Created by	Bjarne Stroustrup