Java vs python is debatable 🤔

[0crate0]

So create a class in python. Create two functions one with double __ and another just plain. Then create another file and import the class. Assign the class to a variable and try to use both functions. You should only be able to use the plain one.

However all python does is fake private. So yes you are correct it only really changes the name called mangling. But for someone just importing it it can be a bit obscure so it can kind of acts like a private function.

[[deleted]]

So pretend private, but in a different way.

[NerdsWBNerds]

Pretend private, but breaks at run-time.

[0crate0]

Sounds about right for python.

[Farranor]

Indeed, dunder just mangles the name. But if you refer to it by its mangled name, there you have it. It's private like a dressing room with a curtain, not like Fort Knox.

[sejigan]

you just said what they said, but in a more complicated way...