Understanding Different Types of Inheritance in Java - Single Inheritance

Inheritance is a fundamental concept in object-oriented programming, and Java is no exception. It allows you to create a new class that inherits properties and behaviors from an existing class, which is known as the parent class or superclass.

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There are several types of inheritance in Java, each with its own set of benefits and use cases. 

In this series of articles, I'll show you the most common types of inheritance in Java: single inheritance, multiple inheritance, hierarchical inheritance, and hybrid inheritance. 

Let's start with single inheritance:

Single Inheritance

Single inheritance is the most basic form of inheritance in Java. It occurs when a subclass inherits properties and behaviors from a single superclass. This allows you to create a new class that reuses the code of an existing class, while adding new properties and behaviors as needed.

When is this type of inheritance useful?

Single inheritance is useful when you want to create a new class that is similar to an existing class, but with some modifications. 

An example:

You might want to create a subclass of a Shape class that represents a specific type of shape, such as a circle or a triangle.

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Keep on hanging for part 2!