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First-class functions can be assigned to variables, passed to other functions as arguments, or returned from other functions.

Python - Passing a function into another function

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What is a first class citizen function?

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What is first class function in Python

I am still confused about what first-class functions are. If I understand correctly, first-class functions should use one function as …

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Dynamic function call in Go

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How do I reference a function in Ruby?

In python, it's fairly straightforward to reference a function: >>> def foo(): ... print "foo called" ... return 1 ... >>&…

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Pass a function (with arguments) as a parameter in PowerShell

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C# version of Java Runnable? (delegate?)

I could not find a direct answer to this question yet in SO. Is there a predefined delegate with void (…

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