orUse

orUse is a programming concept that describes a way of handling potential null or undefined values. It is commonly seen in various programming languages, particularly those that support dynamic typing or have optional values. The core idea behind orUse is to provide a default value when a variable or expression evaluates to a "falsy" value, which often includes null, undefined, zero, or an empty string.

The syntax and specific implementation of orUse can vary. For instance, in JavaScript, the logical OR operator (||) can be used for this purpose. If the left-hand operand is falsy, the right-hand operand is returned. Otherwise, the left-hand operand is returned. This allows for concise assignment of default values.

In other languages, similar functionality might be achieved through conditional statements or dedicated null-coalescing operators. The benefit of using an orUse pattern is that it can simplify code by reducing the need for explicit null checks, making the code more readable and less prone to errors associated with unhandled null references. It promotes a more robust approach to data handling, ensuring that a meaningful value is always available, even when initial data might be missing or invalid.