In Avaloq Script, what does the "this" keyword refer to?

In Avaloq Script, the "this" keyword refers to the instance of the class where it is used. This concept is fundamental in object-oriented programming, as it allows you to reference the object that is currently executing the method or function. When you use "this," you can access properties and methods defined within that specific class instance.

For instance, if you're inside a method of a class and you want to refer to a property of that instance, you would use "this.propertyName" to access it. This is essential for encapsulating data and behavior within an object, allowing for more organized and modular code.

The other choices do not accurately describe the function of the "this" keyword. The option that refers to a previous function scope misinterprets the use of "this", as it is not used to access previous contexts or scopes. Similarly, while there may be a concept of a parent class in the inheritance hierarchy, the "this" keyword specifically pertains to the current instance rather than a parent class. Lastly, "this" is not associated with global variables; its scope is tightly bound to the class instance rather than any variable that is globally accessible.