Primitive data types
Definition
Primitive data types are basic data types that are built into a programming language and represent simple values. They include integers, floating-point numbers, characters, booleans, and more.
Related terms
Variables: Variables are used to store and manipulate values in a program. They can be assigned primitive data types or other objects.
Operators: Operators perform operations on operands (values) to produce a result. They can be used with primitive data types for mathematical calculations or logical comparisons.
Constants: Constants are fixed values that cannot be changed during program execution. They can be assigned primitive data types to represent specific values.
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Study guides (3)
AP Computer Science A - 1.2 Variables and Primitive Data Types
AP Computer Science A - 2.1 Objects: Instances of Classes
AP Computer Science A - 2.8 Wrapper Classes: Integer and Double
Additional resources (1)
AP Computer Science A - Unit 2 Overview: Using Objects
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