Object
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-000834
An instance of a class in object-oriented programming, encapsulating data (attributes) and behavior (methods) into a single unit. It represents a real-world entity or an abstract concept within a program. Objects interact with each other by sending messages, and their state is maintained through their attributes.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-000834 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Software |
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