Why should I use an object instance to access member functions rather than class::staticFunction?
( or why not? )
Why should I use an object instance to access member functions rather than class::staticFunction?
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Why should I use an object instance to access member functions rather than class::staticFunction?
( or why not? )
You’re allowed to use the object.function() notation for a static function, but I’d advise against it — it gives the misleading impression that the function is associated with the specific object, like with a non-static member function. Using the classname::function() syntax portrays the situation clearly and accurately.