When should I use bitwise operators?

What are bitwise operators and when should I use them?

Bitwise operators perform operations on binary representations of integers. You should use them for tasks like manipulating bits, optimizing performance, or working with flags.

Can you give me an example of a situation where bitwise operators are useful?

Sure! A common use case is setting or clearing specific bits in a number, like using bitwise AND to check if a flag is set.

Are there any performance benefits to using bitwise operators?

Yes, bitwise operations are generally faster than arithmetic operations because they operate directly on the binary level.

What programming languages support bitwise operators?

Most programming languages, including C, C++, Java, and Python, support bitwise operators.