Paul A. Bristow-2 wrote
I've kept out of these not-too-measured discussions so far, but I am feeling the same way as Nevin. The whole build and module system of C/C++ is now very outdated. Work on C++ modules is proceeding, if slowly.
The effect of C++Modules is likely to be very big (and the benefits big too). All our work reducing dependency could be in vain, or even make things worse. I am strongly opposed to making any more than trivial changes for some so-far illusory benefits.
Please - let's wait until C++ modules are looking a bit more promising before we do anything more.
I certainly agree with this sentiment. But I am interested in the idea that we could make relatively small changes which would help reduce dependencies. I'm also interested in see how we can address the "bridge header" problem to reduce dependencies. I think the tools that have been made provide interesting and useful information. I would like to see them enhanced somewhat. I actually believe that we can make a lot of improvement with some carefully considered small changes. I guess we're "carefully considering" those changes on this list. Robert Ramey -- View this message in context: http://boost.2283326.n4.nabble.com/type-traits-Rewrite-and-dependency-free-v... Sent from the Boost - Dev mailing list archive at Nabble.com.