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Day 3: Understanding Variables and Constants – The Building Blocks of C++

Variable Declaration and Initialization

  • The syntax for declaring variables in C++ is straightforward, with examples provided for integer types.

  • The distinction between declaring a variable and initializing it is clarified, emphasizing that variables can be declared without immediate use.

Constants in C++

  • The concept of constants is introduced, explaining that certain values should remain unchanged throughout the program.

  • The use of the const keyword is demonstrated, indicating how it prevents modification of a variable once set.

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