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title: Introduction
framework: developertools
role: article
path: apple-archive/documentation/DeveloperTools/Conceptual/CppRuntimeEnv
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# Introduction

Provides information about how to create and deploy C++ binaries.

## Organization of This Document

Information about the C++ runtime environment is provided in the following articles:

- [Overview of the C++ Runtime Environment](Articles/CPPROverview.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/TP40001667-BCIFHCHA) describes the state of the C++ runtime environment, including issues surrounding binary compatibility and general support. - [Deploying Applications With the C++ Runtime](Articles/LibCPPDeployment.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/TP40001668-SW2) provides guidelines for deploying applications using either the static or dynamic C++ standard library. - [Creating Compatible Libraries](Articles/CompatibleLibs.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/TP40001669-BBCEJBEG) provides tips on how to make sure your own dynamic shared libraries retain their binary compatibility even when changes occur to the C++ runtime. - [Controlling Symbol Visibility](Articles/SymbolVisibility.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/TP40001670-CJBGBHEJ) describes new tools and techniques for controlling the symbols exported by your C++ code.

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