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Lazy initialization

Lazy initialization in computer programming is the tactic of delaying the creation of an object, the calculation of a value or some other expensive process until the first time it is needed.

This is typically accomplished by maintaining a flag indicating whether the process has taken place. Each time the desired thing is summoned, the flag is tested. If it's ready, it is returned. If not, it is initialized on the spot.



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