Methods in C#
This article explains Methods in C# using various analogies. Why analogies? I learn faster that way and I’m sure it’s the same for a lot of other folks.
What is a method?
A method is a code block that contains a series of statements [1] . Statements as well, are executed by a program.
You can liken a method to a box of matches which contains multiple match sticks and statements are executed just like you would ignite a match stick with the striking surface on the match box.
The program ,which executes the method, calls the method first of all and specifies all the required method arguments.
I apply my mind to the process of lightening the match box and lift the match box from the surface and determines if it will work and how much effort/force needs to be applied by the human (me) and the stick.
In C#, every executed instruction is performed in the context of a method. The lightning of the match stick happens in relation to the match box
The Main method is the entry point for every C# application and it’s called by the common language runtime (CLR) when the program is started.
main method like a type of match box.
Method Signature
Methods are declared in a class, struct, or interface. The method is declared (signature) by doing the following.
By specifying :
a. the access level/access modifiers which can be either public, private, protected, internal, protected internal or private protected [2] .
b. return value
d. name of the method
e. any method parameters
I hope you learnt a couple of things from this article. Totally open to corrections and discusions. Please Give me a clap if you found it useful! Do have a great day.
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