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What type of programming contains class definitions?
What type of programming contains class definitions?
object-oriented
What are the procedures that an object performs called?
What are the procedures that an object performs called?
methods
What is another name for the mutator methods?
What is another name for the mutator methods?
setters
What does the acronym UML stand for?
What does the acronym UML stand for?
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What type of method provides a safe way for code outside a class to retrieve the values of attributes?
What type of method provides a safe way for code outside a class to retrieve the values of attributes?
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Which method is automatically executed when an instance of the class is created in memory?
Which method is automatically executed when an instance of the class is created in memory?
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When a method is called, what does Python make to reference the specific object on which the method is supposed to operate?
When a method is called, what does Python make to reference the specific object on which the method is supposed to operate?
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Object-oriented programming allows us to hide the object's data attributes from code that is outside the object.
Object-oriented programming allows us to hide the object's data attributes from code that is outside the object.
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The self parameter is required in every method of a class.
The self parameter is required in every method of a class.
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A class might be thought of as a 'blueprint' that an object may be created from.
A class might be thought of as a 'blueprint' that an object may be created from.
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Study Notes
Object-Oriented Programming
- Object-oriented programming involves defining classes which encapsulate data and behavior.
- Key component of object-oriented design.
Methods
- Procedures that objects can perform are called methods.
- Methods allow actions to manipulate object data.
Mutator Methods
- Also known as setters, mutator methods enable the modification of attribute values.
UML
- Stands for Unified Modeling Language, a standardized way to visualize the design of a system.
Accessor Methods
- Accessor methods provide a secure way to obtain attribute values without allowing modification from outside the class.
Constructor Method
- The special method
__init__is automatically called when a new instance of a class is created, initializing the object's attributes.
Self Parameter
- The
selfparameter is used to reference the specific object on which a method operates, distinguishing between object and method context.
Data Hiding
- Object-oriented programming allows for data encapsulation, meaning an object's internal data can be hidden from external code.
Self Parameter Requirement
- The self parameter is mandatory in all class methods to ensure proper reference to object attributes and methods.
Class as a Blueprint
- A class serves as a blueprint for creating objects, defining the structure and behavior that instances of the class will have.
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming, including classes, methods, and the importance of encapsulation. Test your understanding of key components such as mutator and accessor methods, as well as the use of UML and the self parameter. Perfect for students learning the basics of OOP!
