Is_double()

Introduction

The is_double() function is a deprecated alias of the is_float() function in PHP. It checks whether a variable is a float or not. A float is a data type that represents a decimal number.

Syntax

The syntax of the is_double() function is as follows:

bool is_double(mixed $var)

The function takes a single parameter, $var, which is the variable to be checked for being a float. The function returns true if the variable is a float, and false otherwise.

Example Usage

Here is an example of how to use the is_double() function in PHP:

<?php
$var1 = 3.14;
$var2 = 42;
echo is_double($var1) . "\n";  // output: 1 (true)
echo is_double($var2) . "\n";  // output: (false)
?>

In this example, we define two variables: $var1 is a float with the value of 3.14, and $var2 is an integer. We then use the is_double() function to check whether each variable is a float. The output shows that $var1 is a float (true), while $var2 is not a float (false).

Conclusion

The is_double() function is a deprecated alias of the is_float() function in PHP, and is no longer recommended for use. Instead, developers should use the is_float() function to check whether a variable is a float or not. By using the correct function, developers can ensure that their code is working with the correct data types and avoid errors that may occur when working with mixed data types.