@dan,
First, I would like to say great post you have written here.

Second, I feel you know this language ;) C and C++ is the core of most modern programming languages. Seems you have the idea and experience about this.

Third, thanks for reminding me I was learn this language while I was at the university!

Fourth, EOS seems to be a good shot! I will do a small research and go for it!

Finally,
Thank you very much for this amazing article! I become a fan of yours and awaiting to read the next post as well.

Cheers~