Nested Classes: Lesson
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    Introduction
    Let’s begin by defining what a nested class is! A nested class is a class that can be found within another class. The process of a class being enclosed in another is known as encapsulation. Nes…
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    Non-Static vs. Static
    As mentioned in the previous exercise there are two types of nested classes: non-static (also known as inner) nested, and static. Let’s take a closer look at what makes these two types of class…
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    Implementing Non-Static Nested Classes
    Now that we’ve reviewed the main differences between non-static nested and static nested classes, let’s break down how to implement the use of a non-static nested class. For more clarity from here …
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    Implementing Static Nested Classes
    In this exercise, we will be taking a closer look at static nested classes. First, let’s review the definition of static nested classes. Static nested classes are nested classes that only have acce…
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    Shadowing
    Now let’s take a look at the concept of shadowing in Java. Shadowing allows for the overlapping scopes of members with the same name and type to exist in both a nested class and the enclosing c…
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    Review
    You made it! Let’s review what we have learned so far! - There are two main types of nested classes: non-static (also known as inner) nested classes, and static nested classes - Nested class…
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