Quick C++ (Pointer) Question

gobby

Just a quick question...

I have a function that takes a char* as a parameter.

I noticed that if I pass a char array without the '&' it still works...

Hold on... Example:

Function Decleration:

BufferFilter(char *Buffer, int iSize)

One way to call:

strExcelFormat[l+1][1] = BufferFilter(Buffer, MAX_ENTRY_SIZE);

But this seems to work also and I am not sure which is better:

strExcelFormat[l+1][1] = BufferFilter(&Buffer[0], MAX_ENTRY_SIZE);

I am thinking that the second way is better as it is just the address of the first element that gets passed, however, I have no idea what is happening with the first one so I have no idea which is better.

It would be good if they both do the same thing as then I could use the first method which looks better and is easier (for a third party) to understand.

Any help is appreciated as always!

edit: Hmmm... Think I just found the answer. They are basically the same thing. Am I right???

SheroN

The name of an array is a pointer to its zeroth element.

gobby

Originally posted by SheroN
The name of an array is a pointer to its zeroth element.

Beautiful. Cheers man... :cool: