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image for course Object-Oriented Programming Onramp

Object-Oriented Programming Onramp

Learn about object-oriented programming, a programming design approach that involves defining elements called objects. Objects combine data (properties) and functions (methods) that operate on that data.

Course modules

Course Overview

Get an overview of the course and the course example.

Lessons:
  • Course Overview
  • Custom Data Types for an Orienteering System

Create Custom Classes

Write class definitions that specify properties and functionality of custom data types.

Lessons:
  • Create a Class
  • Classes Within Classes
  • Add Functionality to Your Class
  • Constructor Methods
  • Overloading and Precedence
  • Summary

Control Access and Behavior

Add protections to your class definitions that make your classes robust and easy to use.

Lessons:
  • Adding Safeguards
  • Specify How Properties Are Stored
  • Validate Method Inputs
  • Default Values and Implicit Method Calls
  • Restrict Access to Properties and Methods
  • Summary

Conclusion and Next Steps

Learn next steps and give feedback on the course.

Lessons:
  • Different Kinds of Classes
  • Additional Resources
  • Survey

Format:Self-paced

Language:English

Language

  • Hands-on exercises with automated feedback
  • Access to MATLAB through your web browser
  • Shareable progress report and course certificate

MATLAB Onramp

Get started quickly with the basics of MATLAB.

The How and Why of Writing Functions

Increase the flexibility of your code by writing custom functions.

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