Can we define a constructor in Vb.Net with a 'Friend' modifier?

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Can we define a constructor with 'Friend' modifier?

     Friend Class Reader

       Friend Sub New()
       End Sub

     End Class

Thanks!

You wouldn't have had to ask if you had simply tried to compile your own code example. Sorry, but -1 from me. — stakx - no longer contributing, Aug 14 '11 at 00:27

score 2 · Accepted Answer · answered Aug 13 '11 at 20:38

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Yes, no problem. It is superfluous since the Friend accessor on the class already puts the constructor out of reach. The VB.NET compiler doesn't mind though, nor does the C# compiler for that matter. There is no inconsistency.

answered Aug 13 '11 at 20:38

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Can we define a constructor in Vb.Net with a 'Friend' modifier?

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