object

In Python, everything is an object, from simple numbers to complex data structures. An object is a piece of data in memory that has state, such as attributes or a value, and defined behavior through methods. Object instances are created from classes, which serve as their blueprints.

See also: object (Built-in Data Types)

Python Classes: The Power of Object-Oriented Programming

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Class Concepts: Object-Oriented Programming in Python

Python uses object-oriented programming to group data and associated operations together into classes. In this video course, you'll learn how to write object-oriented code with classes, attributes, and methods.

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By Dan Bader • Updated Sept. 26, 2026
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