UnExposablePrivateClass

Marker object representing a private class that cannot be exposed in generated metamodel code.

This object is used as a type placeholder in generated metamodels when the annotation processor encounters private classes that would cause compilation errors if referenced directly in the generated code. Instead of using Any, this specific marker type provides clear indication of what was replaced and why.

Use Cases:

• Private classes used as field types in @Document classes

• Private classes used as generic type arguments (e.g., List<PrivateClass>)

• Private inner classes that are inaccessible to consumers

Benefits over using Any:

• Clear indication that a private class was encountered

• Makes generated code more self-documenting

• Helps developers understand why certain types appear in metamodels

• Type-safe marker that's easily recognizable

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