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<h1>Boost PREPROCESSOR library:&nbsp;Widely known problems with the C preprocessor</h1>
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Preprocessor metaprogramming is subject to heated discussions. Part of this is caused by
<p>Preprocessor metaprogramming is subject to heated discussions. Part of this is caused by
bad experiences with dangerous techniques, such as defining inline functions using macros. As a rule
of thumb, if you can find a clean and
manageable way to do something without using the preprocessor, then
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<P><EM><B>In practice, preprocessor metaprogramming is far simpler and more portable
than template metaprogramming <A href="references.htm#[2]">[2]</A>.</B></EM></P>
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