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Polymorphism (Java and Delphi Cross Reference Guide)

By Mike Prestwood

Java versus Delphi: A side by side comparison between Java and Delphi.

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Polymorphism

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A coding technique where the same named function, operator, or object behaves differently depending on outside input or influences. Usually implemented as parameter overloading where the same named function is overloaded with other versions that are called either with a different type or number of parameters. Polymorphism is a general coding technique and other specific implementations are common such as inheritance, operator overloading, and interfaces.

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Many languages support built-in polymorphism such as a "+" operator that can add both integers and decimals. The following documents the ability to implement developer defined polymorphism.

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Delphi:

Delphi supports the following types of polymorphism:

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