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# decode(_:from:)

Decode a decodable object from Data

```
func decode<T>(_ type: T.Type, from data: Data) throws -> T where T : Decodable
```

## Parameters

`type`

The type to decode into.

`data`

The data to use for decoding

## Return Value

An instance of type T or throws an error if unable to decode.

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