One fascinating fact about C and C++ programming languages is their influence and ubiquity in various fields, including system programming, game development, embedded systems, and more. Despite being developed several decades ago (C in the 1970s and C++ in the 1980s), they remain among the most widely used languages today due to their performance, flexibility, and close-to-the-hardware capabilities. Another interesting aspect is that many modern programming languages, such as Java, C#, and Python, have drawn inspiration from C and C++, borrowing syntax, concepts, or design principles. Understanding C and C++ can provide a solid foundation for learning other languages and understanding low-level system operations. Moreover, both C and C++ have active communities and continue to evolve. C, for instance, is standardized by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), with the latest standard being ISO/IEC 9899:2018. C++ is also standardized by ISO, with the latest standard being ISO/IEC 14882:2020. Despite the emergence of newer languages, the efficiency and control offered by C and C++ ensure their relevance in critical systems and performance-sensitive applications for years to come.
