try blocks in Python vs. C++

[David LeBlanc]

I think the biggest reason why try blocks aren't suggested for use in C++ is
that they increase code size substantially (as do some other nice features).

Try...except is good practice in Python IMO.

David LeBlanc
Seattle, WA USA

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>
> I'm reading Stroustroup's C++ book, and came upon a piece of advice to
> avoid using try blocks.  I use try blocks a lot in Python and gather
> it's common practice among pythonistas.
>
> Is there something fundamentally different about try blocks in Python
> and C++ which makes them more attractive to use in one vs. the other?
> On the surface, they appear to be virtually identical in just about
> every respect.  Is it simply a cultural difference?  Or just the
> author's own personal style?
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