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Outputs

Definition

Outputs refer to the results or values that are produced by a program or function when it is executed.

Analogy

Think of outputs as the answers you get when you solve a math problem. Just like how solving an equation gives you a specific value, running a program will give you specific outputs.

Related terms

Inputs: Inputs are the values or data that are provided to a program or function before it is executed.

Return Value: The return value is the specific output that is returned by a function after it has been executed.

Standard Output: Standard output refers to the default output stream where data is displayed in a console or terminal window.



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