Method Signature
Definition
A method signature refers to the unique combination of a method's name and its parameter types. It helps distinguish one method from another.
Analogy
Think of method signatures as different recipes for making cookies. Each recipe has its own unique name and list of ingredients, which makes it distinct from other recipes.
Related terms
Method Overloading: Method overloading occurs when multiple methods have the same name but different parameter lists in order to perform similar tasks with varying inputs.
Access Modifiers: Access modifiers determine the visibility and accessibility of methods, variables, and classes within a program.
Return Type: The return type specifies what type of value (if any) is returned by a method after it has been executed.
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