Primitive data types

Definition

Primitive data types are basic data types that are built into a programming language and represent simple values. They include integers, floating-point numbers, characters, booleans, and more.

Related terms

Variables:

Variables are used to store and manipulate values in a program. They can be assigned primitive data types or other objects.

Operators:

Operators perform operations on operands (values) to produce a result. They can be used with primitive data types for mathematical calculations or logical comparisons.

Constants: Constants are fixed values that cannot be changed during program execution. They can be assigned primitive data types to represent specific values.