Static vs Non-Static Variables and Methods In Java - Full Simple Tutorial

Struggling with static vs nonstatic in Java? You found the perfect video!

For beginner Java programmers, the concept of static vs nonstatic fields and methods can be incredibly confusing. I know it was for me!

But it doesn't have to be difficult. We'll go over EXACTLY what the difference is, how they're used, and when you should make your methods and fields static or nonstatic in your programs.

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00:00 What Non-Static means
03:34 What Static means
05:53 Why can't I access my Non-Static variable?
08:42 Using Static for Constants
10:30 When to make something Static or Non-Static?

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1:52 cleared a doubt i have been having for over 5 years. Thanks a lot.

[micleh]

Just in the nick of time. My students are presently struggling with static and non static and this video might help them look at both concepts from yet another angle.
Thanks again for your short but incredibly succinct videos.

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