M - Glossary (Python)

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method

• is a function definded in a class.

  • instance method

    • is to use instance variables, and instance, class, static and bare methods.
    • must have the 1st parameter self:
      • By convention, self is used instead of other names.

  • class method

    • is to use class variables, and class, static and bare methods.
    • is to be used by instance methods.
    • must have the 1st parameter cls:
      • By convention, cls is used instead of other names.

  • static method

    • is to be used by instance and class methods.
    • is more powerful than a bare method so use it.

  • bare method

    • is to be used by instance and class methods.
    • is less powerful than a static method so don't use it.
  • 4 methods can be called by an instance and class object.