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Output

Definition

Output refers to the result or value produced by a program or function after it has been executed. It can be displayed on the screen, stored in memory, or used as input for further operations.

Analogy

Think of output as baking cookies using a recipe. The recipe provides instructions on how much flour, sugar, and butter should be combined together. After following these instructions and putting them in the oven, what comes out of the oven are freshly baked cookies – this final product represents the output.

Related terms

Input: Input refers to data provided to a program or function before it runs. It can come from various sources such as user input, files, sensors, etc., and serves as information for the program to process and produce an output.

Standard Output: Standard output (stdout) is the default destination for a program's output. It typically refers to the text that appears on the screen or console when a program is executed.

Return Value: In programming, a return value is the result that a function gives back after it has been called. It allows functions to provide information or data to other parts of the program.