HardSet

HardSet is a term that can refer to several different concepts depending on the context. In the realm of software development, particularly with object-relational mappers (ORMs) like Hibernate or Entity Framework, a hard set can describe a situation where a collection of entities is permanently associated with a parent entity. This means that when the parent is persisted, the associated entities are also persisted, and often, removing the parent will also lead to the deletion of these "hard set" entities. This contrasts with softer associations where the relationship might be more flexible or managed independently.

Alternatively, in some specialized fields, "hard set" might refer to a fixed or unchangeable configuration or setting. This could be relevant in hardware, embedded systems, or certain types of data structures where parameters are defined at creation and are not intended to be modified. The term implies a level of immutability or a strong constraint on modification. Without further context, the precise meaning of "HardSet" remains ambiguous, as it is not a universally standardized technical term across all disciplines.