key term - Instance Variables

Definition

Instance variables are variables declared within a class but outside any method. They hold unique values for each instance (object) of the class and define the state or characteristics of an object.

Related terms

Methods:

Methods are actions or behaviors associated with objects in a class. They define what an object can do or how it can interact with other objects.

Constructor:

A constructor is a special method within a class that is automatically called when an object is created from that class. It initializes the object's state by assigning initial values to its instance variables.

Access Modifiers:

Access modifiers determine the accessibility or visibility of classes, methods, and variables in object-oriented programming. They control which parts of a program can access certain elements and help enforce encapsulation and data hiding principles.