Complete Modern C++ - std::any

The video tutorial explains the limitations of type safety in C and introduces std::any from the C++17 standard library as a type-safe alternative to void pointers. It covers the usage of std::any, including initialization, memory management, and type checking. The tutorial also discusses advanced features like reference casting and highlights the advantages of std::any over void pointers, emphasizing its ability to store values of any type safely.

What is the purpose of the 'reset' method in the context of the 'any' type?

How can you check if an 'any' type contains a value before accessing it?

Discuss the implications of using 'any' with user-defined types and how it differs from built-in types.