Private Members
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Private Members
11. Private Members
Python uses double underscores for name mangling to create private-like members. This helps avoid accidental direct access from outside the class.
Syntax
self.__value = 10
Example
class Demo:
def __init__(self):
self.__x = 50
def show(self):
print(self.__x)
obj = Demo()
obj.show()
Output
50
Example
Executing...
❌ Error:
✅ Output:
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