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> I give the following general definitions for strong and weak typing, at least when used as absolutes: > Strong typing: A type system that I like and feel com
by jolmg 8y ago
> I give the following general definitions for strong and weak typing, at least when used as absolutes:
> Strong typing: A type system that I like and feel comfortable with
> Weak typing: A type system that worries me, or makes me feel uncomfortable
What is he talking about? Is he trying to make a point? I always understood the difference to be mostly about implicit type conversions. I think weak-typing is also likeable.
- dllthomas 8y agoI think he's trying to say that "strong-typing", in practice, as used by some speakers implies a static type system. And when used by other speakers does not imply a static type system.