ACCU Conference Courses

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks - Comparing Traditional and Modern C++ Through ZX Spectrum Emulator Implementation

Discover how modern C++ features transform systems programming through a ZX Spectrum emulator built in both C++11 and modern C++ styles, challenging preconceptions about new language capabilities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Challenges and Benefits of Upgrading Sea of Thieves From C++14 to C++20

Discover the real-world challenges and benefits of upgrading Sea of Thieves from C++14 to C++20, including platform migration insights and future development plans.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Continuous Integration for Large Scale Package-Based C, C++ Projects With Conan2

Master efficient CI processes for large-scale C++ projects using Conan2 package management, dependency graphs, build optimization, and package promotion strategies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using Reflection to Generate C++ Python Bindings

Explore how C++ reflection simplifies PyBind11 boilerplate code generation for Python bindings with real-world examples and compiler demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Our Other C++ Interfaces - Beyond Language Constructs for Library Authors

Explore non-code interfaces in C++ projects beyond syntax - from project structure to user contracts, transforming how you approach library design and maintenance.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Move Slow and Break Things - Upgrading to C++26

Discover breaking changes and deprecated features when upgrading to C++26, plus what to expect for C++29 compatibility considerations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

So You Think You Can Lead a Software Team?

Discover practical insights from 25 years of software team leadership experience, including common pitfalls and strategies to transition from coding to leading people effectively.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Khronos Sycl Language Framework for C++ Accelerators - Take Advantage of All the MIPS

Explore SYCL, a C++ framework for heterogeneous computing, enabling efficient use of various accelerators. Learn its features, applications, and advantages for high-performance computing and AI/ML development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Space Invaders - The C++20 Spaceship Operator is Upon Us

Explore C++20's spaceship operator, its impact on code, rewriting rules, comparison categories, and implementation considerations for simplified object comparisons.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Grinding, Farming, and Alliances - Become a Better Programmer by Using Words and Ideas From Casual Gaming

Explore how gaming concepts like leveling up, quests, and rewards parallel career advancement in software development. Learn to apply game strategies to enhance your programming skills and career growth.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Designing for C++ Concurrency Using Message Passing

Explore message passing in C++ concurrency design, covering frameworks, examples, and practical implementation to reduce synchronization errors and enhance system efficiency.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Productivity in C++ Game Development - Inside the Mind of an AAA Game Developer

Explore productivity techniques for AAA game development using Unreal Engine 5, including IDE integrations, debugger tricks, and custom tools to enhance workflow and reduce mental task switching.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Story of the Code

Explore how code tells a story beyond instructions, revealing context, decisions, and evolution. Learn to preserve and convey this narrative for better understanding and future development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Callable Objects in Java, C#, Rust, and C++ - You Are a Parenthesis

Explore callable objects across Java, C#, Rust, and C++, comparing language approaches and introducing a small library change for enhanced functionality in C++.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

mp-units - Lessons Learned and a New C++ Library Design

Explore Modern C++ features and design possibilities through mp-units library, focusing on dimensional analysis, quantity manipulation, and innovative techniques like the Downcasting Facility.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk