since random is the name of a function it might cause a name conflict if you name your function random. When you know that there is a function by a given name it is best to use a different one for yours. Otherwise, sure, you could use the name curleyCue for rand_mid if you want.
There is a function called RANDOM, what does it do and how do I use it ?
If you are writing your own function which is called random(), but also want to use random from stdlib.h why not use the resolution operator so the compiler knows which function you are refering to e.g.
Along them lines anyway....Code:void random() { randomize(): int Num = ::random(500); }
Be a leader and not a follower.
No no no! Actually read this thread and you'd find out that random and randomize are NOT standard ANSI functions. Not all compilers have those functions. They are not a part of the standard stdlib header. They are Borland functions. Period.Originally posted by subdene
If you are writing your own function which is called random(), but also want to use random from stdlib.h why not use the resolution operator so the compiler knows which function you are refering to e.g.
Along them lines anyway....Code:void random() { randomize(): int Num = ::random(500); }
It is usually considered a bad idea to tell people to use non-standard functions for simple tasks like number generation. Somethin more specific like graphics manipulations, sure, use your custom library, but don't suggest people use non-standard functions for learning the basics.
Furtheremore, what's with the double :: in your post?
Quzah.
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It's directing the compiler to the global namespace.Originally posted by quzah
Furtheremore, what's with the double :: in your post?
ex:
Code:#include <iostream> int bar() { return 5; } namespace foo { int bar() { return ::bar(); } } int main() { std::cout << foo::bar(); return 0; }
really...... well i did say:
oh can't be arsed with this..... wheres the pub.....Are they just not part of the standard and are therefore just not used?
Be a leader and not a follower.
But it was already scoped to the global namespace, so there was really no point.Originally posted by Nippashish
It's directing the compiler to the global namespace.
ex:
Code:#include <iostream> int bar() { return 5; } namespace foo { int bar() { return ::bar(); } } int main() { std::cout << foo::bar(); return 0; }
Read the question posted, and leave sub alone. I understood the question!Originally posted by subdene
How come no-one seems to use randomize() and random() these days from stdlib.h. Are they just not part of the standard and are therefore just not used?
Such is life.
Don't get your panties in a bunch. No one is "picking on" anyone. When you do something in example code, you'd better be ready to provide reasoning behind your doing it.Originally posted by Fountain
Read the question posted, and leave sub alone. I understood the question!
The question I asked was "Why the :: in your example?" It's been explained and found that there is no real need for them. We call this "learning" around here, or perhaps better "learning by discussion or example".
Your question has already been answered. You should reread this thread, paying particular attention to Prelude's post.
Instead of trying to be Mr. Defender Of The Universe, try actually paying attention to what's going on. You'll learn more that way.
Quzah.
Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment.
