[fpc-pascal] implements

[Graeme Geldenhuys]

On 2017-09-02 09:38, Ryan Joseph wrote:
> It separates the code (which is nice) but then gives you an annoying
> extra step of typing hook.XXX for every method.

I don't have that problem, and I use interfaces extensively. Like 
multi-threading, Interfaces are an advanced feature of the Object Pascal 
language. Unfortunately, many ways that it can be used incorrectly too.

When I use interfaces, I work with the object instance only via an 
Interface reference. The interface that represents the functionality I 
need. I also prefer not to use reference counting with interface, but I 
definitely see a use for reference counting - but again, never mix the 
two in the same application. I also use interface delegation, which 
reduces code a lot.

Probably the best example I can think of off the top of my head that 
shows Interface usage very well is a set of 8 articles (with code) 
implementing Model-View-Presenter (MVP). I don't know where I originally 
code the articles and code from, but I can email you [in private] what I 
have. She shows prenty of ways using interfaces.

Regards,
   Graeme

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