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example suggestion: type alias

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Description

This should explain how to define a type alias, what it is and why you would want to use them.

For example:

ID : U32

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Research direction

The issue names no documentation file or test; first locate the examples documentation entry that covers type definitions. Use the ID : U32 example as the starting point, then add an explanation of what a type alias is and why to use one. Done means the example and explanation are present and readable.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
1/5
Estimated time
Under an hour
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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