Data Type

Definition

A data type is a classification that specifies the type of value that a variable can hold. It determines the operations that can be performed on the variable, such as arithmetic operations or string manipulation.

Related terms

Primitive Data:

Primitive data refers to basic built-in datatypes such as integers, floating-point numbers, characters, and booleans.

Reference Data:

Reference data refers to complex datatypes that are composed of multiple primitive or reference datatypes. Examples include arrays, objects, and strings.

Variable:

A variable is a named storage location in memory that holds a value. It is associated with a specific datatype which determines the kind of values it can store and the operations that can be performed on it.