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C++ function templates

C++ reference for c++ function templates.

Syntax

template <typename T>
T maximum(T left, T right) { return left > right ? left : right; }

Examples

C++ function templates example

A focused example you can adapt while practising.

template <typename T>
T maximum(T left, T right) { return left > right ? left : right; }

Best practices

  • Start with the smallest working example, then adapt it to your project.
  • Use the language’s standard library and idioms before introducing extra dependencies.

Runtime & versions

Compiled native applications. Feature availability depends on the language and runtime version used by your project; consult the official reference below.

ISO C++ resources

Specifications & further reading