Is there a domain that is better for generic programming than others? When Alexander talks about efficiency in "Elements of Programming", it seems that generic programming is specifically targeted for writing libraries. So, are there areas that benefit more from generic programming (like libraries) and areas that benefit less, such as user interfaces?
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Is there a domain that is better for generic programming than others? When Alexander talks about efficiency in "Elements of Programming", it seems that generic programming is specifically targeted for writing libraries. So, are there areas that benefit more from generic programming (like libraries) and areas that benefit less, such as user interfaces?