C++ strings: UTF-8 or 16-bit encoding?

Question

I\'m still trying to decide whether my (home) project should use UTF-8 strings (implemented in terms of std::string with additional UTF-8-specific functions when necessary) or s

Answer 1

If you decide to go with UTF-8 encoding, check out this library: http://utfcpp.sourceforge.net/

It may make your life much easier.