Smart Pointers: Cyclic References
Explore how to identify and resolve cyclic references in std::shared_ptr instances in Modern C++. Learn to use std::weak_ptr to break reference cycles effectively, ensuring proper resource management and preventing memory leaks in embedded systems and other safety-critical applications.
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You get cyclic references of std::shared_ptr if they refer to each other.
The Issue
If you have a cyclic reference of std::shared_ptr, the reference counter will never ...