Static final modifier

Definition

The static final modifier is used to declare constants in programming. It indicates that a variable or method belongs to the class itself, rather than an instance of the class, and its value cannot be changed once assigned.

Related terms

Static Variable: A static variable is shared among all instances of a class. It retains its value throughout program execution and can be accessed without creating an object.

Final Variable: A final variable is one whose value cannot be modified after initialization. It acts as a constant within its scope.

Static Method: A static method belongs to the class itself rather than an instance of the class. It can be called directly using the class name without creating an object.