What is Python Class Methods?
Python class methods are functions defined within a class that operate on the class itself rather than on instances of the class. They are marked with the `@classmethod` decorator and take `cls` as their first parameter, which refers to the class. Class methods can be used for factory methods, which instantiate objects in a specific way, or to modify class state that applies across all instances. Unlike instance methods, which require an object to be called, class methods can be invoked directly on the class itself, making them useful for operations related to the class as a whole.
