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C++ destructors

C++ reference for c++ destructors.

Syntax

class File {
public:
  ~File() { /* release resource */ }
};

Examples

C++ destructors example

A focused example you can adapt while practising.

class File {
public:
  ~File() { /* release resource */ }
};

Best practices

  • Start with the smallest working example, then adapt it to your project.
  • Use the language’s standard library and idioms before introducing extra dependencies.

Runtime & versions

Compiled native applications. Feature availability depends on the language and runtime version used by your project; consult the official reference below.

ISO C++ resources

Specifications & further reading