Rule Definition
Global variables should be encapsulated in a class.
Remediation
Create a static data member in the appropriate class to replace the global variable.
Violation Code Sample
int m_iGlobal = 0;
void m()
{
m_iGlobal = 1; // VIOLATION
}
Related Technologies
C++
Technical Criterion
Programming Practices - Modularity and OO Encapsulation Conformity
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