C++ Programmer's Guide

Table of Contents

About This Guide

What This Guide Contains

What You Should Know Before Reading This Guide

Related Information

Conventions Used in This Guide

1. Understanding the Silicon Graphics C++ Environment

Silicon Graphics C++ Environment

Comparing CC to cfront

Using the Compilers

cfront Compatibility

C++ Libraries

Debugging

2. Compiling, Linking, and Running C++ Programs

Compiling and Linking

Translator Options

Object File Tools

3. Interfaces

Using Other Language Libraries from C++ Programs

C Function Declarations in C++ Programs

Using C++ Libraries From C Programs

4. DCC: the Delta/C++ Compiler

DCC Enhancements

Dynamic Classes

Class Library Modification Compatibility

Running the Delta/C++ Compiler Tutorial

Porting Your Code to Delta/C++

DCC Limitations

5. Smart Build

Understanding Smart Build

Invoking the Smart Build Facility

Precompiled Header File Mechanism

Smart Build Known Problems

6. Code Examples

cfront Compatibility Examples

Delta-Compatible Changes Examples

Delta-Incompatible Changes Examples

7. Common Pitfalls

Problems Involving C Linkage

Problems With Order of Specification of Libraries

8. Using Templates

CC -32 Template Instantiation

CC -64 Template Instantiation

How to Transition From cfront

Template Language Support

Glossary

Index