What is Object Oriented Programming (OOP)?
By Tony Marston
2007-01-30
What OOP is
This is a lot simpler than some people would like you to believe. They like to use the more complicated definitions because it makes them sound more intelligent than they really are. Here is the real definition:
Object Oriented Programming is programming which is oriented around objects, thus taking advantage of Encapsulation, Polymorphism, and Inheritance to increase code reuse and decrease code maintenance.
Tutorial Pages:
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Introduction
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What OOP is NOT
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What is an Object Oriented language?
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The difference between OOP and non-OOP
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Practical Examples
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Conclusion
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