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C++ exceptions

C++ reference for c++ exceptions.

Syntax

try {
  throw std::runtime_error("Failed");
} catch (const std::exception& error) {
  std::cerr << error.what();
}

Examples

C++ exceptions example

A focused example you can adapt while practising.

try {
  throw std::runtime_error("Failed");
} catch (const std::exception& error) {
  std::cerr << error.what();
}

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