Is C++ really as unsafe as its reputation suggests, or is the real problem how we use it? In this episode of The Curious Developer, Jesper Pedersen (KDAB) sits down with Klaus Iglberger, author of "C++ Software Design Patterns," to discuss the challenges and misconceptions around modern C++ programming. Klaus argues that C++ can be incredibly safe—if used with the right mindset and modern techniques. The conversation dives into why the C++ community is wary of pointers, the importance of using standard algorithms over hand-written loops, and why outdated teaching materials perpetuate myths about the language’s safety. They also explore practical strategies for modernizing large legacy codebases, the role of AI tools in refactoring, and the balance between deep technical knowledge and good software architecture. Klaus shares advice for continuous learning, the value of up-to-date books and resources, and why keeping code simple is often the best path to fewer...

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November 2025 Newsletter: Static Assertions in Rust, Qt World Summit Keynote, Siemens Energy Showcase, Qt Widgets Part 9, Curious Developer Videos, Training & Events Welcome to the November 2025 edition! This month brings a focused mix of practical engineering insights, new learning resources, and fresh video content across Rust, Qt, and C++. First, a blog post covering a lightweight approach to implementingcompile-time checks in Rust. Next KDAB highlights the newly releasedQt World Summit 2025keynote on platform engineering for large-scale energy systems, and a complementary showcase deep-dive video on Siemens Energy’s PAM platform. You’ll also find the latest additions to theQt Academy courses. Furthermore, ashowcase videoon the afore-mentioned Siemens Energy project and new episodes of"The Curious Developer". Plus, check below for upcoming KDAB training courses and key events across Rust, Qt, and embedded development. 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Blogs 01:39 - QtWS Keynote Highlight 02:24 - Qt Academy Module 03:08...

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Join Jesper Pedersen at NDC Techtown 2025 for an engaging conversation with Anders Schau Knatten—renowned C++ expert, conference speaker, creator of cppquiz.org, and author of "C++ Brain Teasers." Anders shares the story behind his infamous quizzes, his journey from late-night pub trivia to publishing a book, and why understanding low-level programming concepts still matters—even if you don’t need to know all the answers. Discover: - How real-world debugging and conference talks inspire Anders’s deep dives into C++ topics like assembly, linking, and real-time safety. - The philosophy behind learning “just enough assembly” and why most developers don’t need to master every detail. - The importance of undefined and implementation-defined behavior in C++, and how quirky quiz questions can spark curiosity and learning. - Anders’s favorite developer tools (hint: sometimes it’s just taking a walk!) and why mastering your environment is key to productivity. - The fun and challenges of running...

This whitepaper is the first in KDAB's Software Development Best Practices series and covers the basics. Many of the tips will not surprise most professional software engineers, but if you’re just getting started, it can be a handy reminder. If you’re not already doing everything here, you should be.

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Rust has no built-in equivalent to C++’s static_assert, but you can add compile-time checks with a small const_assert! macro. Learn how it works, why it’s useful, and how to integrate it without extra dependencies.

Are you tired of wrestling with CMake files, endless boilerplate, and confusing build systems? You're not alone! In this insightful interview, we sit down with Nicole Patricia Mazzuca, build system and package management expert at Remarkable (and former Microsoft vcpkg contributor), to dive deep into the world of C++ build tooling. Nicole shares practical advice, lessons learned from maintaining massive codebases, and her vision for empowering all C++ developers to own their build systems without fear. Whether you’re an experienced build engineer or new to C++, this conversation will help you rethink how you approach project builds. Key topics covered: - Why CMake is both loved and hated by developers - Real-world pain points with CMake, Make, AutoTools, and MSBuild - How vcpkg helps streamline developer dependencies across platforms - Introducing Rho — a new CMake library designed to make build files simpler, more maintainable, and less intimidating for non-experts...

Welcome to the October 2025 edition! KDAB brings you fresh insights, new releases, and practical resources to help you stay ahead in Qt, C++, and Rust development. Discover powerful Git workflows with --rebase-merges and --update-refs, explore CI/CD strategies with Buildbot, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions, and learn how type systems influence compiler optimizations in C and C++. Qt 6.10 has just been released with major updates for accessibility, Flexbox layouts, and improved QML–C++ data integration. Furthermore, new releases for GammaRay and KDDockWidgets. At Oxidize 2025, we saw compelling proof that Rust is ready for professional, safety-critical projects. Don’t miss the conference videos, including KDAB’s talks on custom test harnesses and Rust/C++ interoperability. As always, find upcoming training opportunities across Qt, C++, and Rust - online and in-person - plus details on upcoming events like Embedded World North America and Meeting C++ 2025. Links: https://kdab.com/newsletter https://kdab.com/training https://kdab.com/events Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:43...

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Most Rust developers are familiar with “cargo test” and the default cargo test runner. It’s straight-forward API let’s developers write unit tests quickly and easily, because who wants to write tests if it feels like a chore? But what to do if the default test harness isn’t compatible with your specific build setup? In real-world scenarios like mixed Rust and C/C++ code bases this can often be the case, especially if CMake or another C/C++ toolchain drive the build. In this talk, Manfred Tonch and Leon Matthes of @KDABtv will provide a deeper understanding of the parts involved in Rust’s default test runner and learn a robust pattern to build a custom test harness that is fully under your control. The talk covers how to replace Rust’s default test runner with the libtest-mimic crate and how to do test discovery using the linkme crate. The end goal is a test...

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In this interview with Maycon Stamboroski and Maurice Kalinowski, both from Qt Group, the new features in Qt 6.10 will be discussed. Along the way, a bit of background is added, including what is Figma, what is Lottie and what can QGraphs even do. We will, obviously, also go to the C++ side of things, and especially talk about the new kid on the block in model/view programming, namely QRangeModel. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome 01:23 What are the highlights of Qt 6.10 according to you? 02:50 What does it take to make a release? 04:04 Figma 04:51 Flexbox Layout 07:15 Lottie and Micro animations 10:01 SearchField + SortFilterProxyModel 14:04 Synchronizer 18:51 Qt Graphs 22:48 Whats new in Qt Graphs? 24:45 TreeModel 29:40 QRangeModel 37:24 Battle of things changed in Qt 6.10 Links: * Release blog: https://www.qt.io/blog/qt-6.10-released * Release video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2HQkTA4pmY * Upcoming release webinar (13th Nov 2025): https://www.qt.io/events/qt-610-major-feature-updates-1759844963?hsLang=en * Blog on...

Join Jesper Pedersen as he sits down with Jason Turner, the creator of the long-running @cppweekly Youtube channel, for an in-depth conversation about the journey to 500 consecutive episodes, the evolution of C++ content, and the impact of modern C++ features. Jason shares behind-the-scenes insights into his workflow, including how he manages a backlog of over 200 episode ideas, the importance of high-quality transcriptions, and the challenges of producing weekly technical content. Learn how Jason chooses episode topics, the role of community feedback via GitHub, and why he prefers a stream-of-consciousness recording style over scripting. The discussion covers the significance of episodes like "C++17 for the Commodore 64" which changed Jason’s career trajectory, and explores the balance between teaching best practices and showcasing cutting-edge language features, and more. chapters: 00:00 Welcome 01:34 Process of recording C++ Weekly 04:57 How do you chose what to record? 06:21 Where to start watching...