Call

Definition

In programming, a call refers to invoking or executing a function or method. It is the action of transferring control from one part of the program to another part that performs a specific task.

Related terms

Function: A self-contained block of code that performs a specific task and can be called from other parts of the program.

Method:

Similar to functions, methods also perform specific tasks but are associated with objects or classes in object-oriented programming.

Parameters:

Values passed into a function or method when it is called. They provide necessary information for the function or method to execute correctly.