key term - Mutator Method

Definition

A mutator method, also known as a setter method, is a type of method in object-oriented programming that is responsible for modifying the value of an object's attribute.

Related terms

Attribute: An attribute is a characteristic or property associated with an object. It represents data that describes the state of an object.

Getter Method:

A getter method, also known as an accessor method, is used to retrieve (get) the value of an attribute from an object.

Encapsulation:

Encapsulation is one of the principles of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). It refers to the bundling of data and methods within a class, providing control over access to the internal state of objects.