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Discover how to effectively instantiate classes in Scala to call default functions by following a structured approach. Learn to set up your class architecture for optimal API design.
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Calling a Default Function on Instantiating a Class Object in Scala

When working with Scala, especially if you're new to the language, you may have questions about how to structure your classes and manage function calls efficiently. One common scenario arises when you want to implement an API design that calls default functions upon instantiation of class objects.

In this guide, we're going to explore:

The problem with class structures in Scala.

A solution to implement an API design that meets your requirements.

How to use apply methods effectively.

Understanding the Problem

Suppose you have a scenario with a class/subclass structure like the following:

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With this design, you can successfully call the t1 function at each class level:

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However, the challenge arises when you want to call the default functions associated with each class instance automatically upon instantiation:

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Currently, you'd need to call these default functions explicitly, which is not ideal.

The Solution: Use object Instead of class

If you don't need to create multiple instances of the inner classes, one effective approach is to define them as objects rather than classes. This way, you can retain the desired API structure without manually invoking the default functions.

Here’s how you can refactor your code:

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Supported Operations

This refactoring supports the three crucial operations you intended:

outer.t1 returns 1

outer.inner1.t1 returns 2

outer.inner1.inner2.t1 returns 3

Introducing the apply Method

While the previous solution addresses calling the t1 function, you might still want to return default values automatically. However, it's important to understand that the value of outer will always be the class itself and not a value returned from a method inside.

To achieve the desired default return values, you can define an apply method. Here’s how your refactored code would look:

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How This Works

By implementing the apply method, you can simply call outer(), outer.inner1(), and outer.inner1.inner2() to retrieve their respective default values.

This design keeps your API clean and intuitive while leveraging Scala's capabilities to manage classes and objects effectively.

Conclusion

In this post, we've tackled a common challenge for Scala beginners regarding class instantiation and default function calls. By utilizing objects and the apply method, you can create a clean and efficient API that meets your design requirements. With these insights, you're now better equipped to implement a structured approach to class design in Scala!

Feel free to experiment with this structure in your projects, and as always, don't hesitate to reach out for further clarification or assistance.