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Object-oriented programming
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Developed byAlan Kay
Use caseSoftware design and development using objects and classes
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Object-oriented programming

concept

Programming paradigm based on the concept of objects containing data and code

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supports language

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enables concept

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based on

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Encapsulation principle○UnverifiedHighFresh1
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alternative to

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Functional programming○UnverifiedHighFresh1

developed by

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