key term - Constructor

Definition

A constructor is a special method within a class that is used to initialize objects of that class. It is called automatically when an object is created and helps set initial values for its attributes.

Related terms

Class:

A class is a blueprint or template for creating objects in object-oriented programming. Constructors belong to classes and define how objects of that class should be initialized.

Instance variables: Instance variables are attributes or properties associated with each instance (object) of a class. Constructors often assign initial values to these instance variables.

Overloading:

Constructor overloading allows multiple constructors within the same class, but with different parameter lists. This provides flexibility in creating objects with varying initialization options.