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11,115 PointsConfused with classes in regards to when to use this. vs. this._ ?
Just getting a little confused, doesn't seem to be much difference between the two?
1 Answer
Steven Parker
231,236 PointsThe special keyword this
is used inside object methods to reference the current instance. On the other hand this._
would reference a specific property named "_" of the current instance (if it has one).
If it's still unclear, provide examples and/or references to where you have seen it used.