Defining a Function
Explore how to define C++ functions by understanding their syntax, including return types, function names, and parameters. Learn about the function body and how to structure it with statements to perform specific tasks. Understand the essential role of the main function as the program's entry point and how functions interact through calls. By the end, you will be able to confidently define your own functions and grasp their place in a C++ program.
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Function definition
A function’s definition tells what a function will do when it is called. The basic syntax for defining a function in C++ is:
We have already discussed the return_type, function_name, and function_parameters in the previous lesson. Let’s discuss the function_body.
function_body
A function body consists of a group of ...