The C++/Fortran Battle:

• Performance

  • a loop is a loop by any other name
  • pointer aliasing
  • language complexity
  • paradigms ( particles vs. species )

• Legacy Base

  • extending
  • heterogeneous source
  • tools

• Expertise

• Market Presence ( F90 vs. C++ : ride the wave!!! )

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