Python for Programmers

In this module, we’ll learn to write cleaner, more modular, and more scalable code in Python by gaining mastery in object-oriented programming (OOP). We'll start with the basics of object-oriented programming and move to more advanced concepts such as inheritance, information hiding, and polymorphism. Along the way, we'll learn how each concept applies to Python in particular, as well as how various Python features make it particularly convenient for OOP. This module has hands-on coding challenges, playgrounds, snippets, and illustrations to keep things interactive.

Object-Oriented Programming in Python

## A brief encounter
We see *objects* everywhere in our surroundings. These objects have certain properties that define them. There are certain behaviors that these objects perform on their own, and there are actions that can be performed on them.

Let's take the example of a company employee. An employee has the following properties or **attributes**:
* ID
* Salary
* Department

The following actions or **behaviors** can be performed on an employee:
* Calculation of tax on salary
* Calculation of salary per day



# A brief encounter
We see *objects* everywhere in our surroundings. These objects have certain properties that define them. There are certain behaviors that these objects perform on their own, and there are actions that can be performed on them.

Let's take the example of a company employee. An employee has the following properties or **attributes**:
* ID
* Salary
* Department

The following actions or **behaviors** can be performed on an employee:
* Calculation of tax on salary
* Calculation of salary per day



Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming

Classes and Objects

Information Hiding

Inheritance

Polymorphism

Object Relationships

Conclusion

Introduction to Objects and Classes

A brief encounter