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C++ std::optional

C++ reference for c++ std::optional.

Syntax

#include <optional>
std::optional<int> score = 9;
if (score) { /* *score */ }

Examples

C++ std::optional example

A focused example you can adapt while practising.

#include <optional>
std::optional<int> score = 9;
if (score) { /* *score */ }

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