Unveiling the Magic of Access Modifiers in OOP! 🔒

Dominic Azuka - Aug 28 '23 - - Dev Community

Access Modifiers in OOP control the visibility of class members. There are four types: public, protected, private, and internal.

1. Public Access Modifier:

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2. Private Access Modifier:

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3. Protected Access Modifier:

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4. Internal Access Modifier:

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Client-side Example: ReactJS
In React, you can control component accessibility using JavaScript's export keyword.

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Server-side Example: Node.js + Express:
In Express, access control can be managed in route handlers.

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Database Example: MongoDB
MongoDB allows you to define field access within documents.

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Best Practices

  • Use the least restrictive access modifier needed.
  • Encapsulate internal details to avoid unintended access.
  • Consider security when exposing sensitive data.
  • Maintain consistent access control across layers of your application.
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