Abstract

A keynote presentation for the CppCon 2021 Embedded Track, delivered live and in person. This talk explores the intersection of small embedded systems and modern C++, sharing stories of inspiration drawn from working with constrained devices and the creative solutions they demand.

Less than 1% of microprocessors sold each year find their way into general purpose computers. Desktops, laptops, and servers of all sizes represent a very small fraction of the compute that surrounds us. We interact with a few of these systems but most go unnoticed. These invisible, unsung embedded devices offer lessons in engineering at all scales and can provide inspiration to seasoned practitioners and future technologists.

Join me as we learn from the embedded world and become inspired to inspire.