What is the difference between operator overloading and function overloading in C++?

What is the difference between operator overloading and function overloading in C++?

Operator overloading allows you to define custom behavior for operators (like +, -, etc.) for user-defined types. Function overloading lets you define multiple functions with the same name but different parameters.

Can you give me an example of operator overloading?

Sure! For example, if you have a class Complex for complex numbers, you can overload the + operator to add two Complex objects together.

And how does function overloading work?

Function overloading works by defining multiple functions with the same name but different parameter types or counts. For instance, you could have a function add(int a, int b) and another add(double a, double b).

Are there any limitations to overloading?

Yes, you cannot overload functions based solely on return type, and operator overloading must follow certain rules to maintain clarity.