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[$] C++26 contract confusion

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Briefings

ISO has blessed seven C++ revisions since 1998, with Working Group 21 integrating proposals before presenting them to the main ISO body for voting. On October 23, 2026, ISO declined to ratify a new C++26 contract feature, leaving the standard's future uncertain due to controversy over pre- and post-conditions added to function signatures.

Key points

• ISO has blessed seven C++ language revisions since 1998.
• Working Group 21 integrates proposed additions and presents them to the main ISO body for voting.

Context

The C++26 standard faces uncertainty after ISO declined to ratify a new contract feature proposal. This decision occurred on October 23, 2026, following controversy over adding pre- and post-conditions to function signatures.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the ISO ratification process and the specific October 23, 2026 decision. No details on the contract feature's technical implementation, voting results, or broader industry impact are provided.

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