only use inline when the function is very short.

eg:

inline int Ship::GetX()
{
return m_x;
}

quote:Original post by brewknowc
1) Why not use this for everything? (kinda stupid, but just wondering)

Because it doesn''t always result in a performance improvement, and would actually result in bloat.

quote:
2) When SHOULD you use it?

Never. Your compiler can make the decision for itself, and quite possibly does a reasonable job of it.

Ok my answer will be copy past !


Rule of Thumb:
If your function is a small function one or too statements
it is a candidate for inline. when in doubt, leave it out.

1º NOTE: Inline is just a hint to your compiler that you would like the function to be inlined. The compiler is free to ignore the hint and make a real function call

2º NOTE:
Note that inline functions can bring a heavy cost if a function is called 50 times then the inline code is copy is copyed 50 times to the calling funtion(s). The tiny improvement in speed you might achieve is more than swamped by the increase in the executable program.

this was all copy paste