Real-world examples of minimalistic API design
To solidify our understanding of these concepts, we will examine a few real-world examples of API design in C++. These examples will highlight common challenges and effective solutions, demonstrating how to apply the principles of good API design in practical scenarios. Through these examples, we aim to provide clear, actionable insights that you can apply to your own projects, ensuring that your APIs are not only functional but also elegant and maintainable. Let’s dive into the intricacies of real-world API design and see how these principles come to life in practice:
- JSON for Modern C++ (nlohmann/json): This library is an excellent example of minimalistic API design. It provides intuitive and straightforward methods for parsing, serializing, and manipulating JSON data in C++ and has the following benefits:
- Simplicity: Clear and concise interface that is easy to use.
- Functional decomposition: Each function handles a specific...
