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What is the difference between computed and methods?
methods don’t know if the values used in the function changed so they need to run everytime to check. computed properties know if the values used in the function changed so they don’t need to run everytime to check, only once!
Can a method be a property?
If you’re setting an actual property of your object then you use a property. If you’re performing a task / functionality then you use a method. In your example, it is a definite property being set. If however, your functionality was to AppendToLabel then you would use a method.
What’s the difference between computed and method properties?
..computed properties are cached based on their dependencies. A computed property will only re-evaluate when some of its dependencies have changed. If you want data to be cached use Computed properties on the other hand if you don’t want data to be cached use simple Method properties. One of difference between computed and method.
When do you need a method or a property?
If at any point you’ll need to add parameters in order to get the value, then you need a method. Otherwise you need a property In situations/languages where you have access to both of these constructs, the general divide is as follows: If the request is for something the object has, use a property (or a field).
How to obtain a property value in C #?
Obtaining a property value using the get accessor would have an observable side effect. Calling the member twice in succession produces different results. The order of execution is important. Note that a type’s properties should be able to be set and retrieved in any order.
How are properties and methods used in encapsulation?
Properties and methods are used to realize encapsulation. Properties encapsulate data, methods encapsulate logic. And this is why you should prefer a read-only property if you are exposing data. In your case there is no logic that modifies the internal state of your object.