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Explore the evolution and future prospects of C++ software development in this keynote conference talk delivered at C++Now 2025. Revisit the vision presented in the 2007 BoostCon keynote "A Possible Future of Software Development" and discover what has transpired over the past 18 years since that original presentation. Learn about the renewed efforts at Adobe's Software Technology Lab 2.0 to advance the field and gain insights into what the future landscape of C++ development might look like. Examine the progress made in software development methodologies, tools, and practices within the C++ ecosystem, while understanding the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Benefit from the extensive industry experience of Sean Parent, a senior principal scientist and software architect at Adobe who has contributed to major projects including Photoshop, Lightroom, and Chrome OS, and has been instrumental in Apple's transition to PowerPC architecture. Access accompanying slides and materials to deepen your understanding of the concepts and predictions discussed in this comprehensive analysis of C++ software development's trajectory.
