What does "method" mean in programming?

method is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.

Definition

A function that belongs to a class or object. Methods define the behavior of objects and can access the object's data through the 'this' or 'self' reference.

Example

"Call the save() method on the user object to persist the changes to the database."

Related terms

function
class
object
interface
inheritance

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