README.md

Overview of Exception Handling in C++

Exception handling is a robust mechanism in C++ for dealing with runtime errors. It allows a program to catch and handle errors in a controlled and predictable manner. This README provides an overview of the key concepts and examples we've discussed in our Exception Handling series.

Table of Contents

• Basic Concepts and Example
• Throwing Exceptions from a Function
• Handling Multiple Exceptions
• Stack Unwinding
• Creating User-Defined Exception Classes
• Class-Level Exceptions
• The C++ std::exception Class Hierarchy

Basic Concepts and Example

We introduced the fundamentals of exception handling, demonstrating how to throw, catch, and manage exceptions. We explored how exceptions provide a way to react to exceptional circumstances (like runtime errors) without resorting to drastic measures like terminating the program. Read more about Basic Concepts and Example

Throwing Exceptions from a Function

We examined how functions can throw exceptions to indicate that an error has occurred. This is particularly useful when a function encounters a situation it's not designed to handle. Read more about Throwing Exceptions from a Function

Handling Multiple Exceptions

We discussed handling multiple types of exceptions and how to write catch blocks for specific exceptions. This enables more granular control over error management and allows for different responses to different error conditions. Read more about Handling Multiple Exceptions

Stack Unwinding

Stack unwinding is a process during which the C++ runtime system cleans up the stack, unwinding it to the state before the exception was thrown. We covered how local objects are destructed in the reverse order of their construction. Read more about Stack Unwinding

Creating User-Defined Exception Classes

We went through the creation of user-defined exceptions by inheriting from the standard std::exception class. This allows for custom error messages and handling mechanisms tailored to specific application needs. Read more about Creating User-Defined Exception Classes

Class-Level Exceptions

We provided an example of implementing class-level exceptions, which are exceptions thrown from member functions of a class that also contains nested exception classes. Read more about Class-Level Exceptions

The C++ std::exception Class Hierarchy

Lastly, we explored the hierarchy of standard exception classes provided by the C++ standard library. We discussed how to use these built-in exceptions and how to extend them with custom exception classes for application-specific error handling. Read more about The C++ std::exception Class Hierarchy