Summary
std::vector embodies the spirit of C++ in many ways. It represents a balance of performance and flexibility, serving as a testament to the language’s ethos of not sacrificing efficiency for high-level abstraction.
As we conclude this chapter, it’s clear that std::vector is more than just another container in the STL. It’s a cornerstone. By now, you should appreciate its significance in C++ and feel confident in harnessing its capabilities. As you venture further into C++ development, let the lessons of this part of the book guide your container choices, leaning on the strengths of std::vector when apt and branching out to other STL offerings when the situation demands it.
Part II of this book will look at all STL data structures. Armed with the knowledge you have gained in Part I, you can compare and contrast std::vector to its many alternatives.
