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Explore software engineering tradeoffs and architectural decision-making in this NDC TechTown 2021 conference talk. Delve into the complexities of software design, focusing on the absence of universal "best" solutions and the necessity of compromise. Examine major disagreements in C++ design and analyze specific challenges encountered during the development of mp-units, a modern C++ physical units library. Engage with real-world examples, including std::string implementation, exception safety guarantees, and the One Definition Rule. Gain insights into the nuanced process of standardization and the difficulties of designing robust software systems. Participate in interactive problem-solving scenarios, weighing alternative solutions to common development issues.
