In Python, the property()
function and decorator play a crucial role in managing attributes by providing a structured way to define getters, setters, and deleters. These tools empower developers to create well-organized and readable code, enhancing the maintainability of their programs.
The property()
function returns a property attribute, which is particularly useful for defining managed attributes in a class. It takes up to four arguments: fget
for the getter function, fset
for the setter function, fdel
for the deleter function, and doc
for creating a docstring.
Here is a basic example:
class C: