(UPI) Chapter 13: Understanding Key Concepts in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Their Implementation
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A programmer can model real-world entities as objects for better program design and organization. A class defines a type of object with attributes and methods. Many instances of a class type can be created to represent multiple objects in a program.
Classes promote reusability and add benefits like data abstraction and encapsulation, which help organize code for better usability and extensibility.
Core Concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
In this stage, we explore the foundational principles of OOP and how they are implemented in Python. You'll learn about key concepts such as classes and objects, which serve as the building blocks of OOP. We'll discuss attributes (data associated with an object) and methods (functions within a class) that define the behavior of objects.
2 stepsUnderstanding Classes, Instances, and Attributes in Object-Oriented Programming
Understand the basics of classes and instances in Python, how to define a class, create instances, and distinguish between instance and class attributes.
2 stepsUnderstanding __init__() and Instance Methods in Python
In Python, __init__() is used to initialize instances with specific parameters, while instance methods allow for accessing and modifying the attributes of those instances.
2 stepsCustomizing Python with Magic Methods and Operator Overloading
Discover how to use magic methods and overload operators in Python to tailor object functionality, along with techniques for importing and aliasing modules to streamline your code.
2 stepsImporting and Using Classes in Python Modules
Explore how to import classes from other modules, use aliases to simplify references, and structure your code for enhanced reusability and organization.
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