C++ Jokes: A Collection of Funny Coding Stories

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around jokes and humorous anecdotes related to the C++ programming language, exploring various comedic takes on programming concepts and language features.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the existence of C++ jokes.
  • Another suggests that C++ jokes may not be suitable for all audiences.
  • A participant humorously questions the release of the D programming language.
  • One post includes a humorous definition of C++ and a joke about its features, highlighting the idea of access to private members and the ability to "re-use the bullet."
  • A reference is made to Alan Kay's comments on object-oriented programming, indicating that he did not have C++ in mind when coining the term.
  • Another participant reiterates the question about the release of D and introduces a joke about Microsoft's version called C##, which requires knowledge of music notation to understand.
  • A follow-up joke plays on the musical notation theme, suggesting "double diesis" as a pun related to the letter D.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants share jokes and humorous observations, but there is no consensus on a particular theme or style of humor, indicating a variety of comedic approaches.

Contextual Notes

Some jokes rely on specific knowledge of programming concepts or music notation, which may limit their accessibility to all participants.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in programming humor, particularly those familiar with C++ and related programming languages.

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Are there any jokes related to c++?
 
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I'm sure there are, but they can't be repeated in mixed company.
 
When are they finally going to release D?
 
// cure for C++'s STD
#define virgin std

C++ : Where friends have access to your private members. - Gavin Baker

C allows you to shoot yourself in the foot.
C++ allows you to re-use the bullet
 
Alan Kay (the inventor of SmallTalk) at his 1997 OOPSLA keynote address:
Actually I made up the term "object-oriented", and I can tell you I did not have C++ in mind.
 
Ivan Seeking said:
When are they finally going to release D?

Microsoft are releasing their own version called C##. (Knowledge of music notation required to understand the joke).
 
AlephZero said:
Microsoft are releasing their own version called C##. (Knowledge of music notation required to understand the joke).

double diesis so D?
 

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