Thread: extern static?

static functions/variables are invisible outside of the file where they're defined, takes it out of the whole global namespace. That's kind of what the keyword is for I think. So I would think that using the extern keyword to say that it is defined in another file would cause some clashing in the compilers head, I don't know ifthere would be a way to fix it without just removing the keyword..

Just remove 'static' from both of them, problem solved.

>shed some light on how I may achieve the desired effect
The desired effect being? It looks like you want a function to be visible only in the file that it's declared in, but you also want other files to be able to see it as well. I'm sorry to say, but with C++, it's all or nothing. You don't have control over who sees what at the global scope. However, since static global functions are a deprecated feature anyway, why not take advantage of namespaces? You won't force the function to be invisible, but the the reason behind your "desired effect" is most likely name clashes, which a namespace would solve.

>I hope everybody around here isn't this "useful".
If everyone around here were as useful as Salem then I would have a much less cynical view of the programming community in general.

> how I may achieve the desired effect.
Well how about actually stating what you wanted rather than just wandering into a forum, spouting off some half-assed question then flaming anyone who isn't psychic enough to figure out that the answer is PEBKAC?

Originally Posted by Salem

> how I may achieve the desired effect.
Well how about actually stating what you wanted rather than just wandering into a forum, spouting off some half-assed question then flaming anyone who isn't psychic enough to figure out that the answer is PEBKAC?

Quite right, JadedProgrammer. Salem's suggestion was entirely acceptable considering the complete mystery that is your intent. Think for a moment, before you attempt to belittle others attempting to provide assistance, about what precisely you stated in your post. Essentially, you pointed out a compiler error and asked, "How do I achieve the desired effect?" Well, sir, perhaps if you had enough sense to mention W.T.F. your intent is, those of us offering input might have something worthy of your audience. In the interim, take a deep breath and CTFD.

Salem: I think in this bloke's case it'd be best stated PEBSAS (Sinus and Scalp).