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C++ Function Templates

Master generic programming with templates and type deduction

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Template Concepts

Generic Programming

Write code that works with multiple data types without repetition

Template Instantiation

Compiler generates specific functions for each type you use

Type Deduction

Compiler automatically determines template parameter types

Template Builder

Create your own function templates

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Template Instantiation

Create specific versions with concrete types

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Generated Template Code

Complete C++ code with templates and instantiations

#include <iostream>
#include <vector>
#include <string>
int main()
{
    // Create template instantiations to see usage examples
    return 0;
}

Template Achievements

Master generic programming concepts

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Template Novice

Create your first function template

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Type Expert

Instantiate templates with 5 different types

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Generic Master

Create templates with multiple parameters

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STL Ready

Use template with container types

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Template Guru

Create 10 different template instantiations

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Template Tips & Best Practices

🎯 Start Simple

Begin with single-parameter templates like max() or swap() before moving to complex ones.

🔧 Use Type Constraints

Templates work with any type that supports the operations you use. Be mindful of requirements.

⚡ Compilation Time

Templates are compiled for each type used. More instantiations = longer compile times.

🚀 STL Connection

Understanding templates is key to using STL containers, algorithms, and iterators effectively.