methods vs. properties, and tests and code reference (Re: [Bf-python] API overhaul - irc meeting?)

[Martin Poirier]

--- Michael Reimpell <M.Reimpell at tu-bs.de> wrote:

> You could do direct assignment of attributes via
> operator overloading in C++ 
> as well. The reason for getters and setters is
> "hiding the implementation". A 
> concept that has proven to be very successful.

Attribute access (in Python at least) also completely
hides the implementation, so your point is quite moot.

Martin


		
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