Structural Design Patterns in Modern C++ - Smart Proxy

The video tutorial introduces the concept of proxies in C++, using a bitmap example to illustrate the common issue of memory leaks due to undeleted pointers. It explains how to create a proxy class to manage pointers, ensuring automatic deletion using the principle of resource acquisition is initialization. The tutorial then covers the implementation of smart pointers, including operator overloading to maintain interface consistency. Finally, it discusses C++11 smart pointers like unique, shared, and weak pointers, highlighting their advantages in managing resources and preventing memory leaks.

What are the advantages of using smart pointers in C++?

Describe the role of destructors in the context of smart pointers.

What are the different types of smart pointers mentioned in the text?