Mutators Methods

Definition

Mutator methods, also known as setter methods, are special types of methods in object-oriented programming that are used to modify the values of instance variables. They are typically named with a 'set' prefix followed by the name of the variable they modify.

Related terms

Instance Variable:

An instance variable is a variable defined within a class that holds data unique to each object created from that class.

Accessor Methods:

Accessor methods, also known as getter methods, are used to retrieve or access the values stored in instance variables.

Naming Convention:

Naming convention refers to a set of rules and guidelines for naming variables, classes, and other elements in programming. It helps maintain consistency and readability in code.