Generic Interfaces
Generic interfaces are a programming concept that defines a contract for types with type parameters, allowing the creation of reusable, type-safe components that can work with multiple data types. They are commonly used in statically-typed languages like Java, C#, and TypeScript to enforce consistency and reduce code duplication. By specifying placeholders for types, generic interfaces enable developers to write flexible code without sacrificing compile-time type checking.
Developers should learn and use generic interfaces when building libraries, frameworks, or applications that require reusable components across different data types, such as collections, data structures, or APIs. They are essential for ensuring type safety, improving code maintainability, and reducing errors in large-scale projects. For example, in a data processing system, generic interfaces can define operations for various data formats like integers, strings, or custom objects.