Mastering C++ Standard Library Features [Video] - Smart Pointers: Guidelines

This video tutorial covers the use of smart pointers in C++ for writing robust and efficient code. It discusses the importance of using stack allocation over dynamic allocation, the differences between unique and shared pointers, and the role of raw pointers. The video provides guidelines for memory management, including when to use smart pointers and how to pass them to functions. It also includes code examples demonstrating the use of smart pointers in data structures and applications.

How can you prevent memory leaks when using smart pointers?

Describe the role of raw pointers in modern C++. When are they appropriate to use?

What guidelines should you follow when passing smart pointers to functions?