OpenDDS / OpenDDS/OpenDDS

Replace `SafeBool_T` with explicit operator bool

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Description

With C++11 SafeBool_T can be replaced with explicit operator bool

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Research direction

Start by locating all uses and definitions of SafeBool_T across OpenDDS and review how the C++11 requirement applies. Done means the relevant uses are replaced with explicit operator bool without regressions, with the affected tests or build checks passing.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
distributed-systems
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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