Generic const - a non-functional view

[Craig Black]

> Well, at least you agree :)  I also agree it is complex to explain, but as 
> I replied to Walter, an average developer doesn't have to know about how 
> it works to use it, if the library writer has already set up the 
> appropriate const groups.

I write libraries in C++ and I strongly agree.  I would rather have a 
complicated way of doing something than to not be able to do it at all. 
Even if it is a pain in the ass to get working, it works, and it's usable.

-Craig