What Does String Mean in Programming

Definition

In programming, a string is a data type that represents text rather than numbers. It's the sequence of letters, numbers, symbols and spaces enclosed in double or single quotation marks. Sometimes they're enclosed with backticks.

What They're Used For?

• Strings are used to display text to the user, such as in messages, labels, or notifications.
• Strings are often used to capture and process user input in forms, prompts, or search fields.
• Strings are used to store any kind of text, such as names, addresses, descriptions, or identifiers.

Why Are They Called String?

The term "string" originates from the idea of a sequence of characters strung together like beads on a thread. It was first used in early programming languages and computer science to describe a contiguous series of symbols (letters, numbers, or other characters) treated as a single entity.

How Are They Shortened In Programming?

Programmers use the keyword "str" for "string". It's a shorter and more convenient way to write it while programming.