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What are algebraic data types and why are they named as such? (programming.dev)
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The wikipedia articles are terribly written (for math loves or people who just need to refresh their knowledge).

What is a "sum" of types? What is a product of types? Is it possible to Cat x Dog or Cat + Dog? What does that even mean?

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