9. Classes — Python 3.14.7 documentation
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"Assignments do not copy data — they just bind names to objects."
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So that's why my list changes when I pass it to a function and modify it inside... makes sense now.
Text Highlight2026-07-26 12:40:07
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"A namespace is a mapping from names to objects."
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Wait, so doesn't that mean functions and variables are just keys? Mind blown.
Text Highlight2026-07-26 12:31:07
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"A namespace is a mapping from names to objects."
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So basically it's just a fancy word for a dictionary, got it.
Text Highlight2026-07-26 09:37:07
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"Classes provide a means of bundling data and functionality together."
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Yeah, but the real magic is when you get to override methods and mess with state.
Text Highlight2026-07-26 09:28:07
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"Classes provide a means of bundling data and functionality together."
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That's the whole point? I thought classes were about inheritance and stuff.
Text Highlight2026-07-26 09:19:07
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"Classes provide a means of bundling data and functionality together."
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So basically it's just grouping stuff with the functions that use it, neat.
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