Generic Method Definitions
Here is an example of a generic method using the generic class above:
public staticNote: If we remove the first
In many cases the user of the method need not indicate the type parameters, as they can be inferred:
EntryThe parameters can be explicitly added if needed:
EntryNote that you cannot use native types, ex:
EntryThere is also the possibility to create generic methods based on given parameters.
publicIn such cases you can't use native types either, ex:
Integer array = toArray(1,2,3,4,5,6);Read more about this topic: Generics In Java
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