Re: [Boost-users] boost::any question

From: Noah Roberts (roberts.noah_at_[hidden])
Date: 2008-05-21 12:45:20

Hansi wrote:
> Hello,
> 
> I want to use boost::any in a project where I want store different 
> values or pointers.
> What is the fastest solution to make the different actions for different 
> value types? Using the type() member function?
> Is it also possible to detect if the value is a pointer or a value?

I would suggest that such requirements indicate a necessity to rethink 
your design.  Consider looking up the Liskov Substitution Principle to 
discuss why what you seem to be planning could seriously stab you in the 
face later.