What are delegates in C#?

What are delegates in C#?

Delegates in C# are types that represent references to methods. They are used to encapsulate method calls.

Can you give me an example of how to use a delegate?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

public delegate void MyDelegate(string message);

public class Program {
    public static void Main() {
        MyDelegate del = ShowMessage;
        del("Hello, Delegates!");
    }

    public static void ShowMessage(string message) {
        Console.WriteLine(message);
    }
}

What are the benefits of using delegates?

Delegates provide a way to pass methods as parameters, enable event handling, and support callback methods.

How do delegates differ from events?

Delegates are types that hold references to methods, while events are a way to provide notifications when something happens, using delegates.