Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts
• Definition:
OOP is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which contain data and
methods to manipulate that data.
• Key Features of OOP:
1. Class: Blueprint for creating objects.
2. Object: Instance of a class containing data (attributes) and behavior (methods).
3. Encapsulation: Hides internal details and exposes only necessary functionality.
4. Inheritance: Enables a class to acquire properties and behavior of another class.
5. Polymorphism: Ability to take many forms; same interface, different
implementations.
6. Abstraction: Hides complex implementation details and shows only the essential
features.
• Advantages of OOP:
o Code reusability via inheritance.
o Easier maintenance and debugging.
o Modeling real-world entities effectively.
o Encapsulation improves security and integrity of data.
• Examples of OOP Languages:
o Java, C++, Python, C#, Ruby.