Complete Java SE 8 Developer Bootcamp - Static Methods

The video tutorial explains static methods in Java, highlighting their definition, creation, and usage. It differentiates between static (class) methods and instance methods, emphasizing that static methods belong to the class itself and do not have access to instance variables or methods. The tutorial outlines the rules for using static methods and discusses their primary purposes, such as accessing class variable data and providing functionality without needing an object instance. Examples, including mathematical operations, illustrate when static methods are appropriate.

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