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c/rust · by alertsleeper@programming.dev · 2y

cmp::Ordering vs comparison symbols

beginner question: What is the advantage of using cmp::Ordering::Less over "<", same for Greater and Equals?

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sugar_in_your_tea@sh.itjust.works · 12 pts · 2y

Here's a good example.

Basically, cmp::Ordering::Less is an enum so a match using it is guaranteed to be exhaustive, whereas you need to be careful when doing an if/else chain that you cover all cases.