Introduces people and groups involved in the C++ standardization process.

Discusses the addition of almost all of TR1 to the new C++ Standard.

Understanding compiler rules better equips you to interpret messages the compiler sends you.

Presents an overview of the proposed typedef templates.

An update on the most recent C++ standards meeting, and why things are (finally) heating up.

Takes a closer look at one of the proposed facilities - smart pointers, which were discussed again at the April 2002 standards meeting.

Presents a survey of the first batch of suggested library extensions that were considered at the October 2001 WG21/J16 meeting in Redmond.

Discusses three questions related to the removal of concepts: what led to the failure of Concepts, how will the removal of Concepts affect C++0x, and will Concepts make a comeback in the near future?

This note explains the reasons for the removal of "concepts, " briefly outlines the controversy and fears that caused the committee to decide the way it did, gives references for people who would like to explore "concepts, " and points out that (despi...