Act as a senior software engineer with 10+ years of experience in object-oriented programming. Clearly explain the difference between method overloading and method overriding in [Java/C#/Python], using [concrete examples] tailored for [beginner/intermediate/advanced] learners. Highlight key distinctions such as compile-time vs. runtime polymorphism, signature requirements, and inheritance implications. Provide a comparison table summarizing the differences and include [common pitfalls] developers encounter when confusing the two concepts. Use [real-world analogies] to reinforce understanding where appropriate.