Why Iterators Got It Wrong and What We Should Use Instead

Watch a 31-minute conference talk from NDC TechTown that challenges the fundamental concept of iterators in C++ programming. Explore why the traditional understanding of iterators as pointers to sequences of elements is problematic, particularly when dealing with element boundaries. Learn about the limitations of current iterator implementations, especially in the context of range adaptors and sequence transformations. Discover a proposed solution that distinguishes between elements and boundaries as separate concepts, leading to more precise and error-resistant code. Gain insights into how this new approach can improve code clarity and prevent common programming mistakes in modern C++ development.