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JavaScript Object-Oriented JavaScript: Challenge Building Constructor Methods and Generating Objects createTokens() Method Solution

Posted by Michael Cook
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Michael Cook
Full Stack JavaScript Techdegree Graduate 28,975 Points

Could this method not be shorter?

I think Ashley included an unnecessary line of code when she put the instantiation of the Token object on a separate line. My code: 

/**
     * Creates an array of Token objects for the player
     * @param {int} num - number of token objects to create
    */
    createTokens(num)
    {
        const tokens = new Array();
        for (let i = 0; i < num; i++) {
            output.push(new Token(i, this));
        }
        return tokens;
    }

Is this not more efficient?

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,670 Points
Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,670 Points

I doubt most of the course examples are meant to be taken as the best or only strategy for addressing a certain need. They are most likely picked just to clearly illustrate the use of the technique(s) being introduced.

The fact that you're thinking of effective alternative strategies is evidence of your learning progress and grasp of the material. Good job! :+1: