enumlike
enumlike refers to a programming concept or pattern that mimics the behavior of enumerations (enums) without using explicit enum language constructs. This is often achieved using other language features like constants, objects, or classes to represent a fixed set of named values. The primary goal of an enumlike structure is to provide a clear, readable, and maintainable way to manage a predefined set of related values, improving code clarity and preventing the use of arbitrary "magic numbers" or strings.
In languages that lack built-in enum support, developers might implement enumlike patterns using constants. For instance,
The benefits of using enumlike patterns are similar to those of native enums: enhanced code readability, reduced