What are the differences between mixins and abstract classes?

What are the differences between mixins and abstract classes?

Mixins are a way to add functionality to classes through composition, while abstract classes provide a blueprint for subclasses.

Can you give me an example of a mixin?

Sure! A mixin could be a class that adds logging capabilities to any class that includes it, without being a base class.

And how does that differ from an abstract class?

An abstract class cannot be instantiated and usually contains abstract methods that must be implemented by subclasses.

So, can a class inherit from both a mixin and an abstract class?

Yes, a class can inherit from an abstract class and also include a mixin to gain additional functionality.