C++ Memory Management by Patrice Roy
C++ Memory Management by Patrice Roy is a technical guide to object lifetimes, allocation, smart pointers, and custom containers. Its described scope spans fundamentals through advanced techniques, with examples aimed at constrained domains such as embedded software and games.
At a glance
- Covers object lifetimes, memory organization, resource management, and standard smart pointers.
- Moves from core concepts into custom smart pointers, allocation operators, allocators, and generic containers.
- Discusses arena-based allocation, deferred reclamation, and adapting programs to platform constraints.
Reference price: $49.99
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its contents span both safer high-level abstractions and low-level allocation customization.
- The described applications include embedded systems, games, and real-time software, making the domain-specific focus useful for constrained environments.
- The 434-page print length offers room for coverage from object-model basics through allocator-aware containers.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Packt Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | March 25, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 434 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1805129805 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1805129806 |
| Weight listed | 1.66 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 1 x 9.25 inches |
What to know before buying
- The listing presents this as an advanced technical guide, and says experience with generic and concurrent programming is helpful. Readers seeking an introductory C++ course may need prior background.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- C++ programmers who want a deeper understanding of object lifetimes and memory allocation.
- Developers customizing allocators, smart pointers, or containers.
- Programmers working on embedded systems, games, or other memory-constrained applications.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a general beginner's introduction to programming or C++.
- Readers who do not need detailed memory-management or allocation techniques.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does this book cover?
The listing describes coverage of object lifetimes, standard and custom smart pointers, allocation operators, custom allocators, memory strategies, and generic containers.
Is this aimed at beginners?
The stated audience includes programmers who find C++ memory management challenging, but the listing says prior programming concepts such as generic and concurrent programming are helpful.
Could this be useful for embedded or game development?
Those are among the stated target areas. The description says the book addresses differing memory constraints and platform-specific allocation needs.
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