Object oriented programming - class design confusion

Question

I am trying to wrap my head around object oriented programming.

My understanding is that we have objects so we can design our programs to mirror real-life objects.

Answer 1

I think you should read the SOLID principles, it's going to help you a lot. http://www.lostechies.com/blogs/chad_myers/archive/2008/03/07/pablo-s-topic-of-the-month-march-solid-principles.aspx