Re: compilation error related to template parameter
James Kanze wrote:
On Aug 14, 8:22 am, Gianni Mariani <gi3nos...@mariani.ws> wrote:
red floyd wrote:
subramanian10...@yahoo.com, India wrote:
Consider the following program:
#include <iostream>
#include <string>
#include <vector>
using namespace std;
template<class T> class Vec : public vector<T>
generally not a good idea. vector is not intended for inheritance.
Tell me this is not another - "need virtual destructor so you can't
inherit" - argument. If it is, you will find it's not a position of
consensus.
It's probably more simply a case of "using a class in ways it
was not designed for doesn't work". A fact of life. (But there
are always amateur hackers who try to ignore it.)
It's probably another attempt to impose a style (coding or design)
ridden with undue limitations. Condescending tone does make one
look/sound important, no doubt.
Search the archives for "standard containers are not intended to be
derived from" and make your own conclusions, that's what I say.
V
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