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What does "implements" mean in programming?
implements is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A TypeScript keyword that declares a class will fulfill all the requirements of an interface. If the class is missing any required member, TypeScript reports a compile error.
Example
"class EmailService implements INotifier { send(msg: string) { /* ... */ } }"
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