Orthodox C++: Rejecting Complexity for Simplicity and Compatibility

This article advocates for a minimal subset of C++ that prioritizes simplicity and cross-compiler compatibility over modern language features. By avoiding exceptions, RTTI, and memory-allocating STL components, developers can write more maintainable code that appeals to broader C++ communities. The philosophy reflects hard-won lessons from two decades of Modern C++ adoption, where initially promising features introduced unnecessary complexity and hidden runtime costs.