How can I return NULL from a generic method in C#?
I think the problem with this is that if you're using this generic method to say, convert a Database object from DbNull to Int and it returns default (T) where T is an int, it'll return 0. If this number …
What's the difference between "general" and "generic"?
Apr 30, 2014 · Generic is the opposite of specific. Generic and specific refer to the identification of a fact. Specific means a fact that has been specified. If you ask for (specify) a pain reliever, …
How can I create a generic array in Java? - Stack Overflow
8 Java generics work by checking types at compile time and inserting appropriate casts, but erasing the types in the compiled files. This makes generic libraries usable by code which …
Is using "he" for a gender-neutral third-person correct?
Jun 19, 2011 · This indicates that the predominance of generic 'they' is not recent, but has a long tradition, far predating 'he or she.' I'd personally consider masculine generic an archaic form, …
How do I call a generic method using a Type variable?
What's the best way to call a generic method when the type parameter isn't known at compile time, but instead is obtained dynamically at runtime? Consider the following sample code - …
single word requests - What do you call a generic person?
Nov 14, 2014 · You can wait until you find this fellow to figure out what to call him. If you ever do, then you just ask his name because a person who is average in every single respect is pretty …
How to reference generic classes and methods in xml …
For this reason, you'll have to use the special "ID string" syntax that applies in such files: always use fully-qualified identifiers, and use backticks to reference generic type parameters (`n on …
How did "everloving" become a completely generic intensifier?
May 22, 2011 · Which is loved unceasingly And the fourth states, "generic intensifier." So I have to two questions: First, is the premise of my question wrong? Is there a phrase where …
c# - Uses for static generic classes? - Stack Overflow
Static generic methods allow type-inference to make usage really easy; static fields on generic classes allow virtually overhead-free storage of (meta)data. It wouldn't surprise me at all if …
Generic term for someone who looks after children
Nov 3, 2014 · I am looking for a generic term for someone who looks after children i.e. a term that would encompass: nanny baby-sitter au-pair etc. Can someone please advise?