How important is it that you know the C++ standard?

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Published on 2011-02-14T20:46:06Z Indexed on 2011/02/14 23:34 UTC
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I did try searching, but I did not see a similar question (either that or my search terminology was incorrect - if so, feel free to close).

I am an avid user of SO, and I notice that there are lots of references to the C++ standard in discussions and answers - and I have to admit, I have never read this particular document, the language makes my eyes hurt... So, the question is, can a C++ developer really code for a living without ever having read this document? Is it really important for us mere mortals who are not in the business of writing compilers?

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