move semantics

Move semantics is one of the cornerstones of modern C++, revolutionizing the way we handle resource management. It makes your programs more efficient by allowing you to transfer ownership of resources rather than copying them.

Imagine you have a powerful tool at your disposal that lets you move resources around instead of duplicating them, saving time and memory. That’s what move semantics brings to the table.

We’ve seen how uniform initialization helps us create objects more neatly, but what happens when those objects manage resources like memory or file handles? Without move semantics, we often end up with unnecessary copies, leading to performance hits.

Let’s dive into this crucial feature and uncover how it enhances performance and simplifies resource management.