std::initializer_list construction

[David Krauss]

I’m implementing C++ proposal N4166, “Movable initializer lists.” It defines a 
class derived from initializer_list. What is the best way to initialize such an 
object?

Currently, the construction of initializer_list objects is a bit odd. They are 
not aggregates, because the fields are private, but they are constructed using 
a CONSTRUCTOR node. Despite this, the library defines a private C++ constructor 
with a misleading comment that the compiler is able to call it.

I tried adding base-class fields to the derived-class constructor node, but 
that doesn’t seem to work. Is aggregate initialization still viable?

I tried forming a call expression using build_special_member_call and 
build_cplus_new. That works, but it still complains that the constructor is 
private despite the LOOKUP_PROTECT flag being unset. If the library constructor 
is necessary, how can it live up to its promise?

Thanks!

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[David Krauss]

Hello,

I'm rewriting std::rotate in the C++ standard library: http://gcc.gnu.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=41351 
. The other contributors suggest I register as a contributor and check  
in my changes, and in particular submit a copyright assignment form.  
May I have that, and any other necessary forms?


- thx,
D