stroustrup-cpp-style

Guide C++ code toward Stroustrup's type safety, RAII, and zero-overhead abstractions.

Updated Jan 24, 2026
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Skill: stroustrup-cpp-style
Source: https://github.com/copyleftdev/sk1llz/tree/main/languages/cpp/stroustrup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/copyleftdev/sk1llz --skill stroustrup-cpp-style

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers write C++ code that adheres to the principles and best practices established by Bjarne Stroustrup, the creator of C++. It guides users towards writing efficient, safe, and maintainable C++ by emphasizing RAII, type safety, and zero-overhead abstractions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Adherence to Core Philosophy: Understand and apply Stroustrup's views on abstraction, multi-paradigm support, and language evolution.
  • Design Principles: Implement direct mapping to hardware, zero-overhead abstraction, type safety, RAII, and clear intent.
  • Coding Best Practices: Follow guidelines on const correctness, smart pointers, std::string_view, std::span, and structured bindings.
  • Use Case: When developing a new C++ library or application, use this Skill to ensure the code follows established, high-quality C++ idioms, leading to better performance and fewer bugs.

Quick Start

Apply Bjarne Stroustrup's principles to refactor the provided C++ code snippet for improved safety and efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions about stroustrup-cpp-style

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write idiomatic C++ following Bjarne Stroustrup's design principles?

You write idiomatic C++ by applying RAII for resource management, ensuring const correctness, using smart pointers, and leveraging zero-overhead abstractions like std::string_view and std::span for safe, efficient systems programming.

What is the best way to ensure type safety and zero-overhead abstractions in C++ systems programming?

The best way to ensure type safety and zero-overhead abstractions in C++ systems programming is by adhering to Stroustrup's guidelines: utilizing RAII, enforcing const correctness, and applying compile-time checking to catch errors without runtime cost.

When do I need RAII and const correctness in C++ API design?

You need RAII and const correctness in C++ API design when building libraries that require safe resource management and clear intent. These practices prevent resource leaks and guarantee objects remain unchanged when they should not be modified.

How do I refactor C++ code to use modern features like std::span and structured bindings?

To refactor C++ code for modern features, replace raw pointers and arrays with std::span for bounds-safe access, use structured bindings for clearer tuple unpacking, and adopt smart pointers to align with Stroustrup's style of direct mapping and type safety.

Can I use this approach for designing efficient C++ libraries and applications?

Yes, you can use this approach for designing C++ libraries and applications. Applying Stroustrup's principles of multi-paradigm support, zero-overhead abstraction, and clear intent leads to high-performance systems with fewer bugs and better maintainability.