positivity 1.0.0

A Rust library for checking the non-negativity of values across various types.
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# Positivity: An Exposition on Non-Negativity

Welcome to `positivity`, a Rust crate meticulously crafted to ascertain the non-negativity of values transcending a spectrum of types within the realm of computable contexts. This crate is a beacon of utility for developers requiring a robust, generic interface to assess whether values uphold a condition of being greater than or equal to their intrinsic default state.

## Table of Contents

- [Comprehensive Feature Synopsis](#comprehensive-feature-synopsis)
- [Initiation into Positivity](#initiation-into-positivity)
  - [Installation Procedure](#installation-procedure)
  - [Primer on Usage](#primer-on-usage)
- [In-Depth Documentation and Typographical Conventions](#in-depth-documentation-and-typographical-conventions)
  - [Signature of Functionality](#signature-of-functionality)
- [Illustrative Examples](#illustrative-examples)
- [Participatory Contribution Guidelines](#participatory-contribution-guidelines)
- [Legal and Licensing Considerations](#legal-and-licensing-considerations)
- [Custodianship and Authorship](#custodianship-and-authorship)
- [Expressions of Gratitude](#expressions-of-gratitude)

## Comprehensive Feature Synopsis

- **Generic Implementation Par Excellence**: `positivity` operates seamlessly across any conceivable type that adheres to the traits `PartialOrd` and `Default`. This design paradigm ensures maximal applicability and utility across disparate data types, fostering an environment of computational generality and flexibility.
- **Optimized for Minimal Computational Overhead**: Engineered for efficiency, this crate imposes minimal performance penalties, making it ideally suited for high-performance computing scenarios where computational resources are at a premium.
- **Extensively Documented for Maximum Edification**: Each function within this crate is accompanied by exhaustive documentation that not only elucidates its operational mechanics but also explores the philosophical underpinnings of its functionality.

## Initiation into Positivity

### Installation Procedure

To integrate `positivity` into your Rust-based software ecosystem, append the following declaration to your project's Cargo.toml:

```toml
[dependencies]
positivity = "0.1.0"
```

### Primer on Usage

Embark on your journey with `positivity` through this elementary example:

```rust
use positivity::is_positive;

fn main() {
    let num = 42;
    let result = is_positive(num);
    println!("Is the number positive? {}", result); // Elegantly outputs: Is the number positive? true
}
```

## In-Depth Documentation and Typographical Conventions

The central function of `positivity`, `is_positive`, offers a gateway into the evaluation of non-negativity, predicated on the principles of partial order theory relative to a type's default state.

### Signature of Functionality

```rust
pub fn is_positive<T: PartialOrd + Default>(value: T) -> bool
```

This signature delineates a function that imparts a boolean verdict, affirming true if the value surpasses or meets its default condition, false otherwise.

## Illustrative Examples

Explore the robustness of `positivity` with these detailed examples:

```rust
assert_eq!(is_positive(0), true); // Affirms that zero is non-negative, adhering to the conventions of integer types.
assert_eq!(is_positive(-1), false); // Rightly identifies negative one as a negative value.
assert_eq!(is_positive(0.0), true); // Floating-point zero is confirmed as non-negative.
```

## Participatory Contribution Guidelines

We cordially invite contributions that enhance the functionality, documentation, or utility of `positivity`. Prospective contributions may include, but are not limited to:

- Enhancements and feature augmentations
- Amplifications of the existing documentation
- Reporting discrepancies and articulating feature requisitions

Prior to contributing, kindly peruse the [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) document, which provides a comprehensive framework for contributions.

## Legal and Licensing Considerations

`positivity` is dual-licensed under the terms of the MIT license, offering a framework of legal protection and open-source commitment.

Refer to [LICENSE-MIT](LICENSE) for comprehensive legal texts.

## Custodianship and Authorship

`positivity` was conceived and nurtured into existence by Chris Graham, in collaboration with a cadre of other contributors whose intellectual investments have significantly shaped this project.

## Expressions of Gratitude

- Profound thanks are extended to the Rust community, whose unfaltering support and insightful feedback have been pivotal.
- Gratitude is also due to all individuals and entities that have contributed to the conceptualization, development, and refinement of