Removes the requirement for the underscore ( _ ) character in over 60 different code scenarios, such as after commas or before operators.
Allows developers to instantiate and populate collections or arrays using more concise syntax, reducing boilerplate code. Visual Basic 2010 Programmer’s Reference
Simplifies property declarations to a single line, with the compiler automatically generating the getter, setter, and backing fields. Removes the requirement for the underscore ( _
Addresses the "Embed Interop Types" feature, which allows applications to run without requiring separate Primary Interop Assemblies (PIAs) for COM components like Microsoft Excel. Legacy and Relevance Visual Basic 2010 Programmer’s Reference