What are some examples of static methods in Python?

What are some examples of static methods in Python?

Static methods in Python are defined using the @staticmethod decorator. They don't require an instance of the class to be called.

Can you show me a simple example?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

class Math:
    @staticmethod
    def add(x, y):
        return x + y

result = Math.add(5, 3)
print(result)  # Output: 8

What is the difference between static methods and class methods?

Static methods don't access or modify class or instance state, while class methods can access class state using the @classmethod decorator.

When should I use static methods?

Use static methods when you need a utility function that doesn't depend on class or instance data.