Improving Code Safety in C++26: Managers and Dangling References

In this blog post, we’ll explore ways to improve the safety of a simple configuration manager. We&rsquo;ll handle common pitfalls like dangling references and excessive stack usage. Additionally, we&rsquo;ll see how C++26 helps enforce safer coding practices with stricter diagnostics and improved handling of large objects. Let’s go. Step 1: The Buggy Implementation Below is a simple example of a…