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4.2.3 Closure Basics

A closure is a function that remembers variables from its enclosing scope.
It allows inner functions to access outer function variables even after the outer function has finished execution.


How Closures Work

  • A function is defined inside another function
  • The inner function references variables from the outer function
  • The referenced variables are preserved

This behavior enables advanced functional patterns.


Why Closures Matter

Closures are useful for:

  • Data encapsulation
  • Maintaining state
  • Creating function factories

📌 Note:
Closures are powerful but should be used thoughtfully to maintain readability.