What is a variable, and why is it used in programming?

[Udul-D]

What is a variable, and why is it used in programming?

[ChaosForCurio]

In computer programming, a variable is a named storage location in the system's memory (RAM) that holds a value or piece of information. Think of it as a labeled container or "bucket" where data is stored so that it can be easily referenced, reused, and modified throughout a program's execution

[georgiggg]

Variables store data that a program can use and change. They also give data meaningful names, which makes the code easier for both the programmer and others to read and understand.