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Manipulate

Definition

Manipulate refers to the process of changing or altering data in a program. It involves modifying variables, arrays, or objects to achieve a desired outcome.

Analogy

Think of manipulating data like rearranging puzzle pieces. You can move them around, swap their positions, or change their orientation to create a different picture.

Related terms

Variable: A variable is a named storage location in a program that holds a value. It can be manipulated by assigning new values to it.

Array: An array is a collection of elements of the same type stored in contiguous memory locations. It can be manipulated by accessing and modifying individual elements.

Object: An object is an instance of a class that encapsulates both data (attributes) and behavior (methods). It can be manipulated by invoking its methods or accessing/modifying its attributes.

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