Convert string_view to string
How do I convert a std::string_view back to a std::string?
To convert a std::string_view back to a std::string, you need to create a new std::string object and pass the std::string_view to its constructor.
This is necessary because std::string_view provides a view over a string without owning the data, while std::string owns and manages the data.
Here's an example:
#include <iostream>
#include <string>
#include <string_view>
int main() {
std::string_view view{"Hello, world"};
std::string str{view};
std::cout << str;
}Hello, worldIn this example, std::string str{view}; constructs a new std::string by copying the data from the std::string_view. This way, str owns its data, and you can modify it independently of the original view.
Remember, constructing a std::string from a std::string_view involves copying the data, which can be expensive for large strings. Always consider the performance implications in your specific use case.
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