init Constructor

Main idea

init runs when creating new object.

Tip

Use init for setup only.

Watch out

Heavy business logic in init.

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__init__ Constructor is used in many real programs. Right now you are in Object-Oriented Programming.

Core idea:
init runs when creating new object.

Read the example code on this page. Then write your own short version.

Tip:
Use init for setup only.

Watch out for:
Heavy business logic in init.

Your challenge:
Student class with initialized attributes.

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Example code

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# Topic: __init__ Constructor
def main():
    sample = "edit me"
    # TODO: apply __init__ Constructor concept here
    result = sample
    print("Result:", result)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    main()

Challenge

Student class with initialized attributes.

Before you can finish: your output should include at least 16 characters; at least 1 non-empty line(s); no crash traceback—fix errors until the program runs cleanly.

Use Run. Read the output. Change your code until the task is done.

Starter reference

# Challenge starter for __init__ Constructor
def solve():
    # Write your solution here
    pass

print("Update solve() and run")

Your code

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