Thread: Deck Shuffle

Many people change compilers, or re-use code on different projects that use different compilers. When you try to use that code on another compiler that doesn't support non-constant array sizes, it won't work. Also, when you post it on a website like this, only people with g++ will be able to run and test your code without making changes.

The gcc compiler allows it for a reason, so if you know you are only going to use g++ and you don't plan on using this code much elsewhere, then it is perfectly acceptable to take advantage of the feature. Besides, it might even be added to the C++ standard in the future.

A vector is better than a C style dynamic array because it encapsulates the memory management and provides a safer interface than plain arrays.

I find the it interesting that you want to simulate the shuffle of a real dealer.
But conjoining a split deck rarely ever is a linear one to one swap of cards.
Usually you get say 0-4 from one side maybe and 0-4 from one side.
So I just wanted to say it would be interesting if you allowed for this varience in your code.
What would be really intersting is to create a greater or lesser variance based on the skill level of your bot dealer.

(me hides for being lazy)

I do allow for the variance in my code. Look at my explination of what I wanted it to do when i first posted. Then look at the code. I use rand() to get a number between 1-4, then use that number as the variance. The only thing that isnt real is that the variance is always the sameeach time the deck is shuffled.

Also, the dealer skill is an interesting idea. But, I want to shuffle the deck as best as possible.

My bad, I guess if I wasn't lazy I would have analyzed the code deeper and seen this.
kudos to you