What are the differences between conditional statements and switch statements?

What are the differences between conditional statements and switch statements?

Conditional statements, like if-else, evaluate conditions and execute code based on true/false outcomes. Switch statements, on the other hand, are used to execute different parts of code based on the value of a variable.

When should I use a switch statement instead of if-else?

Use a switch statement when you have multiple conditions based on the same variable, as it can be cleaner and more readable than multiple if-else statements.

Are there any performance differences between the two?

In some cases, switch statements can be more efficient than if-else chains, especially with many conditions, as they can be optimized by the compiler.

Can you give me an example of both?

Sure! For an if-else: if (x === 1) { ... } else if (x === 2) { ... }. For a switch: switch (x) { case 1: ...; break; case 2: ...; break; }.