In fact, multiple inheritance is the only case where super() is of any use. I would not recommend using it with classes using linear inheritance, where it's just useless overhead.

Feb 23, 2009 · super() lets you avoid referring to the base class explicitly, which can be nice. But the main advantage comes with multiple inheritance, where all sorts of fun stuff can happen.

Feb 25, 2009 · Wanting to call super.super.toString() contradicts your own decision when you choose to extend a class thus accepting all (not some of) its features.

How do I call the parent function from a derived class using C++? For example, I have a class called parent, and a class called child which is derived from parent. Within each class there is …

Jun 12, 2016 · Simply because cell ("contents",address) (in spite of getting several upvotes) gives the exact opposite of what OP asked for - to be able somehow to use the value of the cell as it …

After the base class's __init__ ran, the derived object has the attributes set there (e.g. some_var) as it's the very same object as the self in the derived class' __init__. You can and should just …

Jan 4, 2011 · The keyword super doesn't "stick". Every method call is handled individually, so even if you got to SuperClass.method1() by calling super, that doesn't influence any other …

However, if the super-super-class uses private or package private fields or methods in foo(), you need reflection to access these (and of course you are out of luck if a security manager is in …

Nov 7, 2011 · just curious, but is there a reason why you need to emulate super in JavaScript? given the way the prototype chain works, it strikes me as completely unnecessary.

What is the difference between List<? super T> and List<? extends T> ? I used to use List<? extends T>, but it does not allow me to add elements to it list.add (e), whereas the Li...