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“I spent years trying to find some use for inheritance and virtuals, before I understood why that mechanism was fundamentally flawed and should not be used” quote by Alexander Stepanov
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“I spent years trying to find some use for inheritance and virtuals, before I understood why that mechanism was fundamentally flawed and should not be used”

Alexander Stepanov

About This Quote

Inheritance and virtual mechanisms are fundamentally flawed, unsuitable for use.

In simple terms: Inheritance and virtuals are flawed.

Key Takeaway

Avoid using these mechanisms.

Themes

software design programming inheritance

Mood

analytical technical

Type

educational advice

When to use this quote

  • codebases
  • system architecture
  • technical reviews

Key Concepts

computer science software engineering

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why are they flawed?
  • What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

May lack context for novices.

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