A Deep Dive into C++ Memory Leak Causes and How to Fix
I would encourage you to read the previous part to get the continuation: What is Memory Leak? Causes of Memory Leaks Memory leaks can happen for various reasons, often stemming from programming errors and misunderstandings of memory management principles. Let's dive into some of the most prevalent causes. Improper Memory Allocation: One of the fundamental causes of memory leaks is improper memory allocation. It's akin to trying to fit a large pizza into a small box—allocating memory that doesn't match the data's size or scope. Dangling Pointers: Imagine a treasure map without the 'X' that marks the spot. Dangling pointers occur when a pointer continues to reference a memory location after it has been deallocated, leading to unpredictable behavior. Unreleased Resources: Think of an unreleased resource like a faucet left running. It's a resource that should be turned off to conserve water, or in the programming context, memory. Failing to release...