A Java class is a blueprint or template that defines what an object should look like and what it can do. It’s like a blueprint for a house which shows its structure and features - but it's not the actual house itself. A Java class has different parts that work together to create this blueprint. In order to write effective classes, it's important to understand each part and its purpose.
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5.1 Anatomy of a Class
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