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Re:Size cost of C++ exception handling on embedded platforms by Merad on Monday May 16, 2016 @12:05PM (#11707211)
The difference is that running in an unknown/broken state is the default when using error codes. Getting into such a state with exception handling typically requires explicit programmer action, such as the "catch everything and ignore it" pattern.
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Re:Size cost of C++ exception handling on embedded platforms by TickleSteve on Monday May 16, 2016 @03:29PM (#11708933)
Sorry, that is just wrong headed.

What is needed is true error recovery thought, not syntax that encourages proper to just put in empty exception handlers.

Your point is arguing for error returns in my view.

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