key term - Variable

Definition

In programming, a variable is used to store and represent a value or piece of data. It has a name, a data type, and can hold different values that can be changed during the execution of the program.

Related terms

Data Type:

Data types specify what kind of values can be stored and manipulated within a program, such as integers, strings, or booleans.

Declaration: Declaration refers to the process of introducing or defining a variable by specifying its name and data type before it is used in the program.

Assignment:

Assignment is the act of giving a value to a variable after it has been declared. It associates the value with the variable's name so that it can be accessed later.