π Java classes and methods are, why they matter, and how to use them effectively.
πΉ What is a Class in Java?
A class in Java is a blueprint and structure for creating objects. It defines:
π Properties (fields or attributes)
β‘ Behaviors (methods)
- A class defines the structure, while the object is created when the class is instantiated.
π Example: Car Class
class Car {
String color;
int speed;
void drive() {
System.out.println("The car is driving...");
}
}
β¨ Breakdown:
π Car β the name of the class
π¨ color & β‘ speed β instance variables (fields)
π£ drive() β a method (behaviour)
πΉ Types of Methods in Java
There are 3 main types:
1οΈβ£ Instance Methods β Belong to objects of the class.
2οΈβ£ Static Methods β Belong to the class itself, no object needed.
3οΈβ£ Constructor Methods β Special methods to initialize objects.
πΉ Why Are Classes and Methods Important?
β¨ Hereβs why they matter in Java programming:
π¦ Modularity β Divide programs into smaller, easier parts.
π Reusability β Write once, use multiple times.
π Encapsulation β Bundle data + methods for safety and organization.
π Object-Oriented Design β Foundation of Java, helps build scalable apps.
π― Final Thoughts
Classes = Blueprints π
Methods = Actions β‘
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Organized
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Reusable
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Scalable
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