Exceptional C++
summary
Deep dive into Windows exception internals shows how compiler-generated unwind code actually runs, how CRT hooks capture faults, and how structured (async) exceptions interact with C++ stack unwinding. Demonstrates working prototypes that catch access violations and route exceptions between threads, inspects the emitted assembly for unwind tables, and uses OS signals and CRT hooks to produce richer crash reports. Practical takeaways include which mechanisms are safe to use and which break RAII.
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chapters (6)
- 0:00Introduction and welcome
- 10:09Exception mechanisms overview
- 20:17Handling structured exceptions
- 30:01Future of exception handling
- 45:20Case studies and examples
- 58:22Q&A and closing remarks
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