r/cplusplus
C++ is a high-level, general-purpose programming language first released in 1985. Modern C++ has object-oriented, generic, and functional…
How to think about r/cplusplus
The community focuses on discussions, resources, and support related to C++, a versatile programming language. Members share knowledge on modern C++ features, coding practices, and troubleshooting, making it a valuable space for both beginners and experienced developers. The long-standing history of the language contributes to a rich repository of shared wisdom and evolving practices, distinguishing it from other programming communities.
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Audience
Participants include a mix of students, hobbyists, and professional developers, typically aged 18-35. They are often looking to improve their coding skills, seek help with specific problems, or share their projects. The vibe is generally supportive and technical, with members valuing detailed explanations and constructive feedback.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes coding questions, tutorials, and discussions about C++ features or best practices. Posts with clear, concise questions and code snippets tend to receive positive engagement, while vague queries or off-topic discussions may be downvoted. The community encourages regular contributions, with members frequently posting to share insights or seek assistance.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is often met with skepticism. Instead, they can engage by providing valuable content, such as educational resources, tools, or frameworks that enhance C++ development. Participating in discussions, sharing knowledge, and offering solutions to common problems can help build credibility and rapport with members, fostering a positive brand image.
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What r/cplusplus talks about
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External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/Middlewarian
- u/88sSSSs88
- u/small_kimono
- u/Delicious_Moose_9270
- u/seagullonthetop
- u/Queasy-Donkey2437
- u/Fluid_Assistance1265
- u/ecstreets
- u/ProChallenger
- u/krossbloom
- u/haazmaat
- u/Next-Instruction6193
- u/Kindofsweet
- u/KindPresentation5686
- u/NoicestNoice
- u/SuchCurrent7613
- u/[deleted]
- u/Phoenix172823
- u/CamelCartel
- u/SGNSpeedruns
- u/S4turnF0x
- u/mvmpc
- u/Duuuckisfuckedup
- u/meekbingo5707
- u/btran405
- u/sullimpowmeow
- u/ryjocodes
- u/hardcoreplayer_ish
- u/RepresentativeNeck63
- u/Bigef_2020
- u/No-Neighborhood6655
- u/gabriel_drawingdays
- u/Soraphis
- u/Zyantos
- u/Short-Attitude-7613
- u/Beneficial-Will3042
- u/sachin_stha112
- u/tkenny489
- u/pmz
- u/Foxzy-_-
- u/Ahsan_167
- u/Ronin-s_Spirit
- u/GTX_650
- u/Commercial_Ad7696
- u/_Boas_
- u/BonySkeleton3
- u/4A6F68616E
- u/ReasonableAd3622
- u/Fun_Fun_7896
By votes
- u/88sSSSs88
- u/Middlewarian
- u/small_kimono
- u/Delicious_Moose_9270
- u/seagullonthetop
- u/Queasy-Donkey2437
- u/Fluid_Assistance1265
- u/ecstreets
- u/ProChallenger
- u/haazmaat
- u/SuchCurrent7613
- u/Next-Instruction6193
- u/KindPresentation5686
- u/SGNSpeedruns
- u/krossbloom
- u/Kindofsweet
- u/NoicestNoice
- u/[deleted]
- u/CamelCartel
- u/Phoenix172823
- u/mvmpc
- u/S4turnF0x
- u/Duuuckisfuckedup
- u/meekbingo5707
- u/btran405
- u/sullimpowmeow
- u/ryjocodes
- u/hardcoreplayer_ish
- u/RepresentativeNeck63
- u/Bigef_2020
- u/No-Neighborhood6655
- u/gabriel_drawingdays
- u/Soraphis
- u/Zyantos
- u/Short-Attitude-7613
- u/Beneficial-Will3042
- u/sachin_stha112
- u/tkenny489
- u/pmz
- u/Foxzy-_-
- u/Ahsan_167
- u/Ronin-s_Spirit
- u/GTX_650
- u/Commercial_Ad7696
- u/_Boas_
- u/BonySkeleton3
- u/4A6F68616E
- u/ReasonableAd3622
- u/Fun_Fun_7896
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/AutoModerator
- u/mredding
- u/flyingron
- u/no-sig-available
- u/Different-Brain-9210
- u/AKostur
- u/Middlewarian
- u/Tremolat
- u/pigeon768
- u/[deleted]
- u/Secretly_A_Moose
- u/HappyFruitTree
- u/Fluid_Assistance1265
- u/TheOmegaCarrot
- u/ventus1b
- u/lazyubertoad
- u/Reifendruckventil
- u/scatters
- u/jaap_null
- u/Sbsbg
- u/schteppe
- u/oconnor663
- u/vhite
- u/Dan13l_N
- u/CheetahFart
- u/ischickenafruit
- u/Guissok564
- u/dobkeratops
- u/Illum_D
- u/PoetryandScience
- u/RolandMT32
- u/StarCoder666
- u/solstice333
- u/DonBeham
- u/Ok_Trust9729
- u/small_kimono
- u/Hatefiend
- u/Obliviousnut_
- u/cereal__killer420
- u/aspry36
- u/Linuxologue
- u/sztomi
- u/Captain_Lesbee_Ziner
- u/HumanSuitcase
- u/nightmurder01
- u/jmacey
- u/Syracuss
- u/StochasticTinkr
- u/FranciscoAliaga
- u/Cryptographer_5
- u/LividAd8783
- u/Earthboundplayer
- u/shmachin1
- u/stookem
- u/BelemirFuat
- u/JustInThisLif3
- u/arabidkoala
- u/Dazzling_Mixture8726
- u/whatAreYouNewHere
- u/TomDuhamel
- u/klupamos
- u/S4turnF0x
- u/mikeblas
- u/laprej
- u/PekiDediOnur
- u/Thenutritionguru
- u/Helon_Musk
- u/PanosRgk
- u/init_0ne
- u/ouarditoo
- u/rodrigocfd
- u/crammy
- u/IDK_IJustLiveHere
- u/-jp-
- u/Li5y
- u/Fuge93
- u/EricHayter
- u/khedoros
- u/GuentherHase
- u/WikiBox
- u/_ethqnol_
- u/NotInvestingMyFuture
- u/cybo13
- u/dutchwolfpro
- u/Kelose
- u/evgenyzhurko
By votes
- u/Tremolat
- u/AutoModerator
- u/Secretly_A_Moose
- u/flyingron
- u/mredding
- u/AKostur
- u/Different-Brain-9210
- u/Syracuss
- u/no-sig-available
- u/ventus1b
- u/pigeon768
- u/arabidkoala
- u/WikiBox
- u/Sbsbg
- u/Earthboundplayer
- u/crammy
- u/HappyFruitTree
- u/FranciscoAliaga
- u/schteppe
- u/ischickenafruit
- u/Ok_Trust9729
- u/PekiDediOnur
- u/dutchwolfpro
- u/lazyubertoad
- u/vhite
- u/Dan13l_N
- u/Illum_D
- u/whatAreYouNewHere
- u/EricHayter
- u/oconnor663
- u/CheetahFart
- u/Guissok564
- u/dobkeratops
- u/small_kimono
- u/StochasticTinkr
- u/TheOmegaCarrot
- u/Cryptographer_5
- u/LividAd8783
- u/[deleted]
- u/BelemirFuat
- u/TomDuhamel
- u/scatters
- u/IDK_IJustLiveHere
- u/-jp-
- u/Li5y
- u/khedoros
- u/jaap_null
- u/PoetryandScience
- u/RolandMT32
- u/StarCoder666
- u/solstice333
- u/Middlewarian
- u/Hatefiend
- u/Obliviousnut_
- u/Linuxologue
- u/Fluid_Assistance1265
- u/nightmurder01
- u/klupamos
- u/mikeblas
- u/rodrigocfd
- u/GuentherHase
- u/NotInvestingMyFuture
- u/cybo13
- u/Kelose
- u/DonBeham
- u/cereal__killer420
- u/aspry36
- u/sztomi
- u/Captain_Lesbee_Ziner
- u/HumanSuitcase
- u/jmacey
- u/shmachin1
- u/stookem
- u/JustInThisLif3
- u/Dazzling_Mixture8726
- u/S4turnF0x
- u/laprej
- u/Thenutritionguru
- u/PanosRgk
- u/init_0ne
- u/ouarditoo
- u/Fuge93
- u/_ethqnol_
- u/evgenyzhurko
- u/Reifendruckventil
- u/Helon_Musk
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FAQ
r/cplusplus — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/cplusplus have?
r/cplusplus has approximately 56,218 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/cplusplus created?
r/cplusplus was created on January 25, 2008 (18 years ago).
What is r/cplusplus about?
The community focuses on discussions, resources, and support related to C++, a versatile programming language. Members share knowledge on modern C++ features, coding practices, and troubleshooting, making it a valuable space for both beginners and experienced developers. The long-standing history of the language contributes to a rich repository of shared wisdom and evolving …
What subreddits are similar to r/cplusplus?
Communities similar to r/cplusplus include r/cpp_questions, r/cpp, r/c_programming, r/cprogramming, r/opengl.
Who are the most active posters on r/cplusplus?
The most frequent posters on r/cplusplus include u/Middlewarian, u/88sSSSs88, u/small_kimono.
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