Article by Ayman Alheraki on January 11 2026 10:36 AM
Two years ago, the world witnessed a revolution in generative text AI, driven by the training of advanced models on trillions of diverse texts collected from the entire breadth of human knowledge available online. These models, developed using advanced algorithms, can produce text on almost any topic you specify. They are particularly useful for saving time and effort, especially when seeking information on specific subjects. By providing accurate details via Prompt Engineering, these tools generate organized and well-structured text in formats like Markdown, allowing users to either utilize the content directly or adapt it after review.
The most important caveat, however, is ensuring the validity of the generated information. This requires expertise in the subject matter to evaluate the response accurately.
Since I started publishing on LinkedIn about eight months ago, I’ve relied on generative AI tools like ChatGPT to assist with creating content. This was partly due to circumstances: I stopped working because of a lack of opportunities for my expertise in C++ in my region and because of my age. I decided to dedicate my time to supporting the C++ language with whatever resources I could. Having worked with C++ since the early 1990s and fully adopting it professionally since 2004, I’ve built a wealth of experience designing numerous systems, particularly database solutions, using C++Builder from version 6 to the current 12.2.
Along the way, I’ve kept up with the evolution of compilers like Visual C++, GCC, and Clang, and worked extensively with development frameworks such as Qt/Widgets for seven years. Drawing from this background, I began writing articles. However, I faced two challenges:
My English proficiency isn’t strong enough to produce polished articles.
I lack the skills to format content professionally.
Generative AI provided a perfect solution. It allowed me to translate my Arabic drafts into well-structured English articles with clarity and organization.
It’s worth noting that GenAI tools don’t generate custom articles out of thin air. You need to provide detailed instructions, including the specific information you want to discuss, and request formatting or translation as needed. This is exactly how I work. I write my articles in Arabic, then use GenAI to translate and refine them.
So far, I’ve written around 650 articles, most of which are available on my personal website: https://simplifycpp.org. On this platform, I focus on making both text and programming code easier to understand for readers compared to the constraints of LinkedIn posts.
Occasionally, I encounter a few detractors who claim my articles are entirely written by ChatGPT without even bothering to read the content. Instead of engaging constructively—whether by agreeing, contributing additional insights, or challenging the information—they dismiss the articles with shallow remarks, accusing me of relying solely on AI tools.
This is far from the truth. Most of my articles, especially those about C++, are derived from over 30 years of personal experience with the language. The Arabic drafts I write are always available and serve as the foundation for the English versions improved by GenAI. Additionally, I rigorously test the code I share using multiple compilers across various operating systems, including Windows 11, Linux (Fedora/Ubuntu), and macOS (M2 CPU). I even plan to expand my hardware to include a Snapdragon-based laptop, completing a diverse ecosystem of processors for testing purposes.
To those who criticize without basis, I kindly suggest they refrain from reading my articles and save their energy. Their remarks won’t deter me from continuing to publish and support the language I love. My goal is to assist both beginner and advanced programmers, and this drive fuels my ongoing efforts.
My contributions aren’t limited to articles. I’ve published several guides and booklets to support C++ programmers, available at: https://simplifycpp.org/?id=MyBooks.
These resources are free or low-cost, carefully curated using my experience and insights from learning other modern programming languages like Rust, Go, and TypeScript. My goal is to address topics that matter to C++ programmers in a concise, indexed, and accessible format.
Currently, I am also authoring a comprehensive book titled Advanced Memory Management, which tackles the intricate details of memory management in C++. I aim to make this a definitive reference for the topic and will take as much time as needed to perfect it.
I deeply appreciate the followers who enrich the discussions around my articles. Their constructive feedback and engagement motivate me to keep writing. I extend special thanks to the experts who correct or enhance my content—your input is invaluable. Together, we can continue to grow and support the C++ programming community.
Thank you for reading!