What is Boost Serialization in C++?

What is Boost Serialization in C++?

Boost Serialization is a library that allows you to serialize and deserialize C++ data structures, making it easier to save and load data.

How do I install Boost for my C++ project?

You can install Boost by downloading it from the official Boost website or using a package manager like vcpkg or Conan.

Can you show me a simple example of serialization?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

#include <boost/archive/text_oarchive.hpp>
#include <boost/archive/text_iarchive.hpp>
#include <fstream>

class MyClass {
public:
    int x;
    std::string y;

    template<class Archive>
    void serialize(Archive & ar, const unsigned int version) {
        ar & x;
        ar & y;
    }
};

int main() {
    MyClass obj;
    obj.x = 10;
    obj.y = "Hello";

    // Serialize
    std::ofstream ofs("filename.txt");
    boost::archive::text_oarchive oa(ofs);
    oa << obj;

    // Deserialize
    MyClass newObj;
    std::ifstream ifs("filename.txt");
    boost::archive::text_iarchive ia(ifs);
    ia >> newObj;
}

This code demonstrates how to serialize and deserialize an object of MyClass.

What are the advantages of using Boost Serialization?

Some advantages include ease of use, support for complex data types, and the ability to work with different formats like text and binary.