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Introduction to OOP principles
PNUAbout This Course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), a fundamental paradigm in modern software development. Designed for students with basic programming knowledge, the course emphasizes the principles and practices that allow developers to write modular, reusable, and maintainable code.
Throughout the course, students will explore the core concepts of OOP, including classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, and abstraction. Each concept is introduced with clear theoretical explanations followed by practical examples that demonstrate how these ideas are applied in real-world software systems. By understanding these concepts, students will gain the ability to model complex problems in a structured and logical manner.
Requirements
Students enrolling in this course should have a basic understanding of programming concepts, including variables, data types, conditionals, loops, and functions. Familiarity with at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or C++, is recommended to help students grasp object-oriented programming concepts efficiently. Additionally, students should have basic problem-solving skills and logical thinking abilities, as these are essential for designing and implementing modular, reusable, and maintainable code.
Course Staff
Shatha Alharbi
Senior Information Systems student with a strong interest in transforming complex system design into intuitive, practical solutions. Passionate about bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world industry architecture, with a focus on building structured, scalable, and well-designed systems.
Aljawharah Alsahli
Senior Cybersecurity student with a strong passion for protecting digital systems and networks. Focused on applying practical security solutions, bridging the gap between theory and real-world cybersecurity challenges, and developing resilient, secure, and scalable digital environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
ماهو مفهوم البرمجة الشيئية (OOP)
is a computer programming model that organizes software design around data, or objects, rather than functions and logic. An object can be defined as a data field that has unique attributes and behavior.
هو نموذج برمجة حاسوبية يُنظّم تصميم البرمجيات حول البيانات، أو الكائنات، بدلاً من الوظائف والمنطق. يُمكن تعريف الكائن بأنه حقل بيانات له سمات وسلوكيات فريدة.