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Polymorphism in Object Oriented Programming Unleashing Code Flexibility

This presentation discusses polymorphism in object-oriented programming, highlighting its role in enhancing code flexibility through compile-time and runtime polymorphism. It provides coding examples in Java and C++, illustrating method overloading and overriding, as well as best practices for implementation. Key takeaways emphasize the benefits of code reusability, flexibility, and maintainability.

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Polymorphism in Object Oriented Programming Unleashing Code Flexibility

This presentation discusses polymorphism in object-oriented programming, highlighting its role in enhancing code flexibility through compile-time and runtime polymorphism. It provides coding examples in Java and C++, illustrating method overloading and overriding, as well as best practices for implementation. Key takeaways emphasize the benefits of code reusability, flexibility, and maintainability.

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Polymorphism in Object-

Oriented Programming:
Unleashing Code
Flexibility
Welcome! This presentation explores polymorphism. We'll see how it
boosts code flexibility. Discover compile-time and runtime polymorphism.

We'll look at coding examples in Java and C++. Finally, we'll review best
practices for implementation.

by Santusht
Compile-Time Polymorphism
Also known as static binding. Achieved through method overloading. Also achieved through operator overloading.

Method overloading: Multiple methods. Same name, different parameters. Operator overloading: Operators behave differently.
Based on operand types.

Method Overloading Operator Overloading

class Adder { class Complex {


static int add(int a, int b) {return a+b;} public:
static int add(int a, int b, int c) {return a+b+c;} Complex operator+(Complex const& obj) {
} Complex res;
res.real = real + obj.real;
res.imaginary = imaginary + obj.imaginary;
return res;
}
};
Runtime Polymorphism
Also known as dynamic binding. Achieved through method overriding.
Requires inheritance and virtual functions.

Method overriding: Subclass provides specific implementation. Virtual


functions: Declared in base class, redefined in derived class.

Method Overriding

class Animal {
void makeSound() {System.out.println("Generic sound");}
}
class Dog extends Animal {
@Override
void makeSound() {System.out.println("Woof");}
}

Virtual Functions

class Animal {
public:
virtual void makeSound() {std::cout << "Generic sound";}
};
class Dog : public Animal {
public:
void makeSound() override {std::cout << "Woof";}
};
Coding Examples
Let's see how to implement polymorphism. These are examples in Java and C++.

Java C++

interface Shape { class Shape {


void draw(); public:
} virtual void draw() = 0;
class Circle implements Shape { };
@Override class Circle : public Shape {
public void draw() {System.out.println("Drawing public:
Circle");} void draw() override {std::cout << "Drawing Circle";}
} };
Key Takeaways
Polymorphism enhances code reusability. Improves flexibility and maintainability. Choose the right type for your needs.

Use method overloading for convenience. Use method overriding for specialization. Follow SOLID principles for robust design.

Code Reusability
1 Write once, use many times.

Flexibility
2 Adapt to changing requirements.

Maintainability
3 Easier to update and debug.

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