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Meta Programming

Meta programming is a programming technique where programs have the ability to treat other programs as their data, enabling them to read, generate, analyze, or transform code at runtime or compile-time. It allows developers to write code that manipulates code, often used to create abstractions, automate repetitive tasks, or extend language capabilities. This concept is implemented in various forms across programming languages, such as macros, reflection, and code generation.

Also known as: Metaprogramming, Code generation, Reflective programming, Macro programming, Self-modifying code
🧊Why learn Meta Programming?

Developers should learn meta programming to build more flexible, maintainable, and efficient software by automating boilerplate code, implementing domain-specific languages (DSLs), or enhancing runtime behavior dynamically. It is particularly useful in frameworks, libraries, and tools that require code generation, such as ORMs, serialization libraries, or testing frameworks, where it reduces manual effort and minimizes errors.

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