QtMark

The QtMark libraries require Qt 5.2 or later. They subclass and rely on many of the standard Qt classes, such as QString, QList, QHash and QMap.

The C++11 specification adds a lot of functionality to the C++ language. The QtMark libraries take advantage of some of that functionality.

The QtMark libraries use modern OOP methodologies like encapsulation and polymorphism just like the Qt libraries that they enhance.

C++ templates are a powerful mechanism that lets the compiler auto-generate a large amount of code based on type. This allows the JSON and smart pointer classes to support any arbitrary types.

qmjson embraces the ideas behind the JSON specification by providing support for automatic marshalling/demarshalling of custom types. In addition, qmjson provides a number of signals that allow the developer to be notified when a node changes. Our use of smart pointers allows you to hold a pointer to a node without fear of it becoming invalidated.

The qmpointer library is a common building block for all the QtMark libraries, providing a powerful smart pointer class to help protect against common programmer mistakes that often lead to memory leaks and segmentation faults.

qmthread provides a simple method of adding threads and thread pools to your application.

qmplugin is a powerful approach to building modular applications by combining plugin modules. Each of these plugin modules can be easily replaced allowing faster refactoring to support new protocols or add new functionality.

The use of Artistic Style allows us to enforce a specific coding style, making the code more consistent, easier to read and easier to maintain. It’s as simple as ‘make astyle’ before every commit.

Every QtMark library undergoes rigorous unit tests with every pull request by utilizing Travis CI. This helps ensure a better quality product by helping to minimize regressions.