What are instance methods in Python?

What are instance methods in Python?

Instance methods are functions defined inside a class that operate on instances of that class. They can access and modify the object's attributes.

Can you give me an example of an instance method?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

class Dog:
    def __init__(self, name):
        self.name = name

    def bark(self):
        return f'{self.name} says woof!'

my_dog = Dog('Buddy')
print(my_dog.bark())  # Output: Buddy says woof!```

What is the difference between instance methods and class methods?

Instance methods operate on an instance of the class and can access instance variables, while class methods operate on the class itself and are defined with a @classmethod decorator.

Can instance methods be overridden in subclasses?

Yes, instance methods can be overridden in subclasses, allowing for polymorphism and customized behavior.