In programming, data types are used to define the type of data that a variable can hold. Understanding data types is essential for writing effective and efficient code. Below are some common data types in programming.

  • Numbers

    • Integer: Whole numbers, without fractions (e.g., 5, -3, 42).
    • Floating Point: Numbers with fractions (e.g., 3.14, -0.001).

  • Strings

    • A sequence of characters used to store text (e.g., "Hello, World!" or "42").

  • Boolean

    • Represents a true or false value (often used in conditional statements).

  • Objects

    • Complex data types that can contain multiple values and methods.

For more information about data types, you can check out our Data Types Guide.

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Programming Data Types