pointer to function??

[fatcodeguy]

This may sound stupid, but is there a way to point to a function in java.. for example... (using swing) I have a JDialog that is a generic dialog to allow uses to make a choice, yes to an action, no. I want to be able to use this dialog for any choice. So the 'yes' button has to have a dynamic (???) action listener.. Does this make any sense.. and is it possible (I know C++ has pointer to functions)?


Thanks, appreciate any help

 

[fatcodeguy]

Nevermind, I think I got it... I can just pass the action listener to the dialog... that's pretty neat

 

[DixieFlatline]

btw, if you are interested, the answer to your original question is yes. Function pointer functionality can be achived via reflection. Method name or id can be passed to an object and via reflection, an object can instantiate a class and or execute a method. Take a look at the Sun tutorial.

Dix