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#058 - Stop Making Private Variables feat. BadCop

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Understanding Getter and Setter Functions in Programming Languages

The chapter delves into the concept of getter and setter functions, particularly in Java programming, discussing their necessity for assigning and retrieving values from private class members. The conversation also explores the importance of encapsulation in programming and when it is appropriate to use private variables for better control and transformation of data. Additionally, the chapter touches on the idea of encapsulation in different programming languages like Java, Python, and JavaScript, with varying opinions on its necessity and benefits.

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