Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm that uses objects and classes to structure software. Here's a quick guide:

Key Concepts

  • Class: A blueprint for creating objects.
    📌 Example: class Dog: pass defines a Dog class.

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  • Object: An instance of a class.
    🐾 Example: my_dog = Dog() creates an object.

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  • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties from another.
    🔗 Learn more about inheritance

  • Polymorphism: Enables objects to take many forms.
    🔄 Example: Overriding methods in subclasses.

  • Encapsulation: Bundles data and methods within a class.
    🔒 Example: Using private variables with underscores.

Benefits of OOP

  • Reusability 🔄
  • Modularity 🧱
  • Maintainability 🛠️
  • Scalability 📈

For deeper exploration, check our Python Advanced Topics section! 🚀