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Introduction To Functions in C

The document provides an introduction to functions in C++, highlighting their importance for code organization, reusability, and modularity. It covers the syntax and structure of functions, methods of passing arguments, returning values, function overloading, recursion, and best practices for using functions. Overall, it emphasizes the role of functions in enhancing code efficiency and clarity.

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Introduction To Functions in C

The document provides an introduction to functions in C++, highlighting their importance for code organization, reusability, and modularity. It covers the syntax and structure of functions, methods of passing arguments, returning values, function overloading, recursion, and best practices for using functions. Overall, it emphasizes the role of functions in enhancing code efficiency and clarity.

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Introduction to

Functions in C++
Functions are fundamental building blocks. They enhance code organization and
reusability.

by SWARAJ GHARAT
What are Functions?
Code Reusability Modularity
Avoid repeating code; functions Break down complex tasks into
promote efficiency. smaller, manageable units.

Abstraction
Hide implementation details; focus on functionality.
Syntax and Structure of
Functions
Return Type
1 Specifies the data type returned by the function.

Function Name
2 A descriptive identifier for the function.

Parameters
3 Input values used by the function.

Function Body
4 Contains the code that performs the function's task.
Passing Arguments to Functions
Pass by Value Pass by Reference Pass by Pointer

A copy of the argument is passed. The original variable is modified directly. Memory address of the argument is
passed.
Returning Values from
Functions

1 Return Statement 2 Return Type


Specifies the value returned. Matches the data type of the
returned value.

3 Void Functions
Do not return any value.
Function Overloading
Function Name Parameter Types Functionality

calculateArea int, int Calculates area of


rectangle

calculateArea double, double Calculates area of


circle
Recursion: Functions Calling
Themselves

1 Base Case
Stops the recursion.

2 Recursive Step
Calls the function itself.

3 Result
Returns the final calculation.
Best Practices for Using
Functions

Modularity Reusability
Break down complex tasks. Avoid code duplication.

Readability Comments
Use clear and concise names. Document your code.

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