C++ std::shared_ptr and std::weak_ptr: The End of Circular References
In C++, forgetting to release dynamically allocated memory is a common pitfall for beginners. To address this issue, smart pointers have emerged. The smart pointer std::shared_ptr allows multiple pointers to share the same memory and manages its lifecycle through reference counting, which is very convenient. However, std::shared_ptr is not infallible; it has a fatal flaw: … Read more