Thread: Quick question about global variable...

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    Quick question about global variable...

    Is it possible to make a variable (example: int a = 9) global while it is inside of a function?

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    Not quite. When a variable is within a function, it only has function scope and is not defined outside of that function. Therefore, when program execution leaves that function, the value stored in the variable is lost.

    If you're just looking to keep the value of the variable intact when you leave the function (so you can come back to it later), look up the "static" keyword.

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    Additionally, you should try to write your code so you do not require the use of global variables. You can read here why global variables are bad.
    Quote Originally Posted by anduril462 View Post
    Now, please, for the love of all things good and holy, think about what you're doing! Don't just run around willy-nilly, coding like a drunk two-year-old....
    Quote Originally Posted by quzah View Post
    ..... Just don't be surprised when I say you aren't using standard C anymore, and as such,are off in your own little universe that I will completely disregard.
    Warning: Some or all of my posted code may be non-standard and as such should not be used and in no case looked at.

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    Thank you for your responses

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