Constructors are special methods in object-oriented programming that are automatically called when an object is instantiated, setting initial values for the object's properties. They ensure that an object is in a valid state before it is used by initializing its fields and performing any setup required for the class to function correctly.

Constructors

Object-oriented programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm centered around the concept of objects, which are instances of classes, encapsulating data and behavior together. This approach promotes code reusability, scalability, and organization through principles such as inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and abstraction.

object-oriented programming

Object instantiation is the process of creating a specific instance of a class in object-oriented programming, allocating memory for the object, and initializing its attributes. This allows the object to utilize the methods defined in its class, enabling encapsulation and abstraction in software design.

Object Instantiation

Initial values are like the starting point of a story or a game; they tell us where we begin before anything changes. They are important because they help us understand how things will happen next, just like knowing where a race starts helps us see who will win.

initial values

object's properties

A valid state is like when your room is all clean and tidy, just the way it's supposed to be. It means everything is in the right place and working just right, like a puzzle where all the pieces fit together perfectly.

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