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5. Class as a Composite Type

A composite data type combines multiple data types into a single entity, notably through classes in programming. Classes encapsulate data and functions, facilitating data abstraction and enhancing modular design. Through the use of access specifiers, visibility of class members can be controlled, ensuring data protection and efficient coding practices.

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  • 5

    Class As A Composite Type

    This section explains that classes in programming serve as composite data types, integrating multiple primitive and user-defined data types into a single entity.

  • 5.1

    What Is A Composite Data Type?

    A composite data type combines multiple data types into a single unit, and classes exemplify this by grouping data members and methods.

  • 5.2

    Defining A Class As A Composite Type

    This section explains how a class serves as a composite data type, integrating multiple data members and methods to represent complex structures.

  • 5.3

    Objects And Data Abstraction

    This section discusses how objects encapsulate related data and how data abstraction is used to hide unnecessary details from users.

  • 5.4

    Encapsulation

    Encapsulation is the process of bundling data and functions together within a class, promoting data protection and modularity.

  • 5.5

    Access Specifiers

    Access specifiers control the visibility of class members, determining how they can be accessed both inside and outside of the class.

  • 5.6

    Example: Composite Class With Arrays And Methods

    This section introduces the concept of a composite class in programming, focusing on a class example that incorporates attributes and methods, including an array.

  • 5.7

    Importance Of Class As A Composite Type

    Classes as composite types are crucial in object-oriented programming as they model complex real-world entities and enhance code modularity and reusability.

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