Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide - Step 07 - Understanding Basics of Encapsulation with Setter Methods

The video tutorial covers the concept of encapsulation in programming, emphasizing its importance in protecting data within a class. It explains how direct access to instance variables from outside classes breaks encapsulation and demonstrates how to fix this by making variables private and using methods to set and access these variables. The tutorial includes practical exercises to reinforce the concept and encourages viewers to think about the benefits of encapsulation.

What is the role of methods in encapsulation, and how do they interact with member variables?

How can you create a method to set the value of a private variable, and what should be considered when designing this method?

Reflect on the statement: 'Encapsulation makes the code more complex.' What are the potential benefits of encapsulation despite this complexity?