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Scala Closures - The Definitive Guide

Introduction to Functions and Closures in Scala

The function is a block of code which provides the reusability of code. There are two types of functions –

  • Built-in function (Already created i.e. predefined)
  • User-defined function (Created by users according to the requirements)

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The method in scala is a part of a class that has a name, a signature, optionally some annotations, and some byte code whereas Scala’s function is a complete object which can be assigned to a variable.
Function Declarations:
It has the following syntax:

def function_name ([parameters list]) : [return type]

Function Definitions:
It has the following syntax:

def function_name ([parameters list]) : [return type] = {
//body of function
return [expression]

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e.g.

object add{
def sum( i:Int, j:Int ) : Int = {
var total: Int = 0
total = i + j
return total
}
}

The unit is used when the function does not return. It is the same as a void in Java.

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Calling Functions:
Following syntax is used to call a function:

function_name( parameter list)

If the function is called using an instance of the object then use dot notation as follows:

[instance].function_name(parameters list)

e.g.

object add{
def sum( i:Int, j:Int ) : Int = {
var total: Int = 0
total = i + j
println(“sum is: “ +total );
}
add.sum(10,20);
}

Output
The sum is: 30

Go through our blog on Classes in Scala for detailed understanding.

Scala Closures
It is a function in which the return value depends on the one or more variables values that are declared outside this function.
e.g.

var value = 20
val sum = (i:Int) => i + value

In this, i is a formal parameter whereas value is not a formal parameter.

e.g.

object Intellipaat {
def main(args: Array[String]) {
println( “First operation value: ” +sum(1))
println( “Second operation value: ” +sum(2))
}
var value = 20
val sum = (i:Int) => i + value
}

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Output
First operation value: 21
Second operation value: 22
So sum value is depends on the outside variable value.

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Abhijit is a Technical Research Analyst specializing in Deep Learning. He holds a degree in Computer Science with a focus on Data Science. Being proficient in Python, Scala, C++, Dart, and R, he is passionate about new-age technologies. Abhijit crafts insightful analyses and impactful content, bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications.