[FIXED] What is the difference between module and factory function?

Issue

I am struggling with the concept of modules, factory functions, and constructors...

I am the most curious about the difference between module and factory function, and when to use what?

Solution

The main difference between modules and factory functions are simpler than you think.

Modules are just files with blocks of code that you can import/export.

Whereas factory functions are functions that create objects and return them. Also you might find this other stack overflow post that explains constructor functions vs factory functions:

Constructor function vs Factory functions

Answered By - ByteTheBits

Answer Checked By - Timothy Miller (PHPFixing Admin)