C++ Containers

C++ containers store a collection of elements. Containers include vectors, lists, maps, etc. Using Templates, C++ containers contain collections of primitives (e.g. ints) or custom classes (e.g. MyClass).

C++ Containers Flowchart

Choosing which C++ Container to use can be tricky, so here's a simple flowchart to help decide which Container is right for the job. (opens new window)

This flowchart was based on Mikael Persson's post (opens new window). This little graphic in the flowchart is from Megan Hopkins (opens new window)