What are properties in C#?

What are properties in C#?

Properties in C# are special methods called accessors that allow you to read, write, or compute the values of private fields.

Can you give me an example of how to use properties?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

public class Person {
    private string name;

    public string Name {
        get { return name; }
        set { name = value; }
    }
}

In this example, Name is a property that encapsulates the name field.

What is the difference between auto-implemented properties and regular properties?

Auto-implemented properties simplify property declarations by allowing you to omit the backing field. For example:

public string Name { get; set; }

This automatically creates a private backing field for you.

Are properties thread-safe?

Properties themselves are not inherently thread-safe. You need to implement synchronization mechanisms if multiple threads access them simultaneously.