Preface

Asynchronous programming is an essential practice for building efficient, responsive, and high-performance software, particularly in today’s world of multi-core processors and real-time data processing. This book dives deep into the principles and practical techniques for mastering asynchronous programming in C++, equipping you with the knowledge needed to handle everything from thread management to performance optimization.

There are several key pillars to developing asynchronous software:

• Thread management and synchronization
• Asynchronous programming concepts, models, and libraries
• Debugging, testing, and optimizing multithreaded and asynchronous software

While many resources focus on the basics of parallel programming or generic software development, this book is designed to offer a comprehensive exploration of these pillars. It covers the essential techniques for managing concurrency, debugging complex systems, and optimizing software performance, all while grounding these concepts in real-world scenarios.

We will guide you through various aspects of asynchronous programming with practical examples based on the following:

• Our extensive experience developing high-performance software
• Best practices learned from working across diverse industries, from finance to research centers

As multi-core processors and parallel computing architectures become increasingly integral to modern applications, the demand for asynchronous programming expertise is growing rapidly. Mastering the techniques covered in this book will help you not only tackle today’s complex software development challenges but also prepare for future advancements in performance-critical software.

Whether you’re working with low-latency financial systems, developing high-throughput applications, or simply looking to improve your programming skills, this book will provide you with the tools and knowledge to succeed.