C++ Overload Resolution's "Better": A Deep Dive into Type Conversions

This article delves into the complexities of C++ overload resolution, specifically the elusive "better" rules for implicit type conversions. Through detailed explanations and examples of standard conversion sequences, including qualification conversions, the author unravels how the compiler chooses the best function match. Code examples and step-by-step analyses showcase the intricate and sometimes baffling mechanics of C++'s type system, ultimately leading to a reflection on the practicality of implicit conversions.