What are the differences between generic types and regular types?

What are the differences between generic types and regular types?

Generic types allow you to create classes or methods that can operate on any data type, while regular types are fixed.

Can you give me an example of a generic type in a programming language?

Sure! In C#, you can define a generic class like this: public class Box<T> { public T Item { get; set; } }.

What are the advantages of using generic types?

Generic types provide type safety, code reusability, and can improve performance by reducing boxing and unboxing.

Are there any downsides to using generic types?

Yes, they can add complexity to your code and may lead to less readable code if overused.