In Java, the ThreadGroup class creates a group of threads, and with the help of this, we can manage groups of threads as a unit. It is helpful when we need to control multiple threads as a single unit, such as suspending or resuming several related threads at once.
Features of the ThreadGroup Class:
- The thread group forms a tree in which every thread group except the initial thread group has a parent.
- A thread is allowed to access information about its thread group but not to access information about its thread group's parent thread group or any other thread group.
Declaration of ThreadGroup Class
The Declaration of the ThreadGroup Class is listed below:
public class ThreadGroup extends Object implements Thread.UncaughtExceptionHandler
Constructors in ThreadGroup
This class consists of two constructors with the help of which we can create objects of this class in different ways. The following are the constructors available in this class:
1. public ThreadGroup(String name): Constructs a new thread group. The parent of this new group is the thread group of the currently running thread.
Syntax:
public ThreadGroup(String name)
2. public ThreadGroup(ThreadGroup parent, String name): Creates a new thread group. The parent of this new group is the specified thread group.
Syntax:
public ThreadGroup(ThreadGroup parent, String name)
Java ThreadGroup Methods
Now, we are going to discuss about each method one by one in detail:
1. int activeCount(): This method returns the number of threads in the group plus any group for which this thread is parent.
Syntax:
public int activeCount()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter
- Return Type: This method returns an estimate of the number of active threads in this thread group and in any other thread group that has this thread group as an ancestor.
Example:
Java
// Java Program to demonstrates the
// working of activeCount() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 1000; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[])
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup t = new ThreadGroup("parent thread group");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", t);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", t);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// checking the number of active thread
System.out.println("number of active thread: "
+ t.activeCount());
}
}
Output:
2. int activeGroupCount(): This method returns an estimate of the number of active groups in this thread group.
Syntax:
public int activeGroupCount()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter
- Return Type: Returns the number of groups for which the invoking thread is parent.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates
// the working of activeGroupCount() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 1000; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("gfg");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// checking the number of active thread
System.out.println("number of active thread group: "
+ g.activeGroupCount());
}
}
Output:
3. void checkAccess(): Causes the security manager to verify that the invoking thread may access and/ or change the group on which checkAccess() is called.
Syntax:
final void checkAccess()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: This method does not return anything.
Note: This method is now depricated.
4. void destroy(): Destroys the thread group and any child groups on which it is called.
Syntax:
public void destroy()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter
- Return Type: This method does not return anything.
Note: This method is now depricated.
5. int enumerate(Thread group[]): The thread that comprise the invoking thread group are put into the group array.
Syntax:
public int enumerate(Thread group[]).
- Parameter: This method takes a single parameter Thread group[], which is an aray of Thread objects.
- Return Type: Return the number of threads put into the array.
Example:
Java
// Java Program to demonstrates
// the working of enumerate() method.
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex) {
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// returns the number of threads put into the array
Thread[] group = new Thread[g.activeCount()];
int count = g.enumerate(group);
for (int i = 0; i < count; i++)
{
System.out.println("Thread " + group[i].getName() + " found");
}
}
}
Output:
6. int enumerate(Thread[] group, boolean recurse): The threads that comprise the invoking thread group are put into the group array. If all is true, then threads in all subgroups of the thread are also put into group.
Syntax:
public int enumerate(Thread[] list, boolean recurse)
- Parameter: This method take two parameter.
- Thread[] list: It is an array of thread objects where all the threads will stored
- boolean recurse: If it's true, then it includes threads from all subgroups and if false then only the threads in the current group is included.
- Return Type: Return the number of threads placed into the array.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates the
// working of enumerate(Thread[] group, boolean recurse)
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// returns the number of threads put into the array
Thread[] group = new Thread[g.activeCount()];
int count = g.enumerate(group, true);
for (int i = 0; i < count; i++)
{
System.out.println("Thread " + group[i].getName() + " found");
}
}
}
Output:
7. int enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group): The subgroups of the evoking thread group are put into the group array.
Syntax:
public int enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group)
- Parameter: This method takes an array to store the subgroups.
- Return Type: Return the number of thread groups put into the array.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates the working
// of enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group) method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// returns the number of threads put into the array
ThreadGroup[] group = new ThreadGroup[g.activeCount()];
int count = g.enumerate(group);
for (int i = 0; i < count; i++)
{
System.out.println("ThreadGroup " + group[i].getName() +
" found");
}
}
}
Output:
8. int enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group, boolean all): The subgroups of the invoking thread group are put into the group array. If all is true, then all subgroups of the subgroups(and so on) are also put into group.
Syntax:
public int enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group, boolean all)
- Parameter: This method takes two parameters
- ThreadGroup: It is an array to store the subgroup
- boolean all: If it's true then it includes subgroups and if it is false then it includes only immediate subgroups
- Return Type: Return the number of thread groups put into the array.
Example:
Java
// Java code to demonstrates the working
// of enumerate(ThreadGroup[] group, boolean all)
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
// returns the number of threads put into the array
ThreadGroup[] group = new ThreadGroup[g.activeCount()];
int count = g.enumerate(group, true);
for (int i = 0; i < count; i++)
{
System.out.println("ThreadGroup " + group[i].getName() +
" found");
}
}
}
Output:
9. int getMaxPriority(): Returns the maximum priority setting for the group.
Syntax:
final int getMaxPriority().
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter
- Return Type: Return he maximum priority that a thread in this thread group can have.
Example:
Java
// Java code to demonstrates the
// working of getMaxPriority() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
// checking the maximum priority of parent thread
System.out.println("Maximum priority of ParentThreadGroup = "
+ g.getMaxPriority());
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting one");
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting two");
}
}
Output:
10. String getName(): This method returns the name of the group.
Syntax:
final String getName()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: Retrun the name of this thread group.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates the
// working of getName() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
}
}
Output:
11. ThreadGroup getParent(): Returns null if the invoking ThreadGroup object has no parent. Otherwise, it returns the parent of the invoking object.
Syntax:
final ThreadGroup getParent()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter
- Return Type: Return the parent of this thread group. The top-level thread group is the only thread group whose parent is null.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates the
// working of getParent() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread {
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++) {
try {
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex) {
System.out.println("Exception encounterted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName()
+ " finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
// prints the parent ThreadGroup
// of both parent and child threads
System.out.println("ParentThreadGroup for " + g.getName() +
" is " + g.getParent().getName());
System.out.println("ParentThreadGroup for " + gfg_child.getName()
+ " is " + gfg_child.getParent().getName());
}
}
Output:
12. void interrupt(): Invokes the interrupt() methods of all threads in the group.
Syntax:
public final void interrupt()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: This method does not return anything.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates the
// working of interrupt() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Thread " + Thread.currentThread().getName()
+ " interrupted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
// interrupting thread group
g.interrupt();
}
}
Output:
13. boolean isDaemon(): Tests if this thread group is a daemon thread group. A daemon thread group is automatically destroyed when its last thread is stopped or its last thread group is destroyed.
Syntax:
public final boolean isDaemon()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: Return true if the group is daemon group. Otherwise it returns false.
Note: This method is now depricated.
14. boolean isDestroyed(): This method tests if this thread group has been destroyed.
Syntax:
public boolean isDestroyed()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: Return true if this object is destroyed.
Note: This method is depricated.
15. void list(): Displays information about the group.
Syntax:
public void list()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: This method does not return anything.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates
// the working of list() method.
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Thread " + Thread.currentThread().getName()
+ " interrupted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException, Exception
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
// listing contents of parent ThreadGroup
System.out.println("\nListing parentThreadGroup: " + g.getName()
+ ":");
// prints information about this thread group
// to the standard output
g.list();
}
}
Output:
16. boolean parentOf(ThreadGroup group): This method tests if this thread group is either the thread group argument or one of its ancestor thread groups.
Syntax:
final boolean parentOf(ThreadGroup group)
- Parameter: It represent the thread group to be checked if it is a parent of the current thread group.
- Return Type: Return true if the invoking thread is the parent.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates
// the working of parentOf() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread
{
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob)
{
super(tgob, threadname);
start();
}
public void run()
{
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)
{
try
{
Thread.sleep(10);
}
catch (InterruptedException ex)
{
System.out.println("Thread " + Thread.currentThread().getName()
+ " interrupted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() +
" finished executing");
}
}
public class Geeks
{
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException,
SecurityException, Exception
{
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", g);
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
// checking who is parent thread
if (g.parentOf(gfg_child))
System.out.println(g.getName() + " is parent of " +
gfg_child.getName());
}
}
Output:
17. void setDaemon(boolean isDaemon): This method changes the daemon status of this thread group. A daemon thread group is automatically destroyed when its last thread is stopped or its last thread group is destroyed.
Syntax:
final void setDaemon(boolean isDaemon)
- Parameter: It specifies whether the thread is a demon thread or a user thread.
- Return Type: If isDaemon is true, then the invoking group is flagged as a daemon group.
Note: This method is depricated.
18. void setMaxPriority(int priority): Sets the maximum priority of the invoking group to priority.
Syntax:
final void setMaxPriority(int priority)
- Parameter: The parameter priority, sets the maximum priority level fot threads in the thread group.
- Return Type: This method does not return anything.
Example:
Java
// Java program to demonstrates
// the wokring of setMaxPriority() method
import java.lang.*;
class NewThread extends Thread {
NewThread(String threadname, ThreadGroup tgob) {
super(tgob, threadname);
}
public void run() {
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++) {
try {
Thread.sleep(10);
} catch (InterruptedException ex) {
System.out.println("Thread " + Thread.currentThread().getName() + " interrupted");
}
}
System.out.println(Thread.currentThread().getName() + " [priority = " +
Thread.currentThread().getPriority() + "] finished executing.");
}
}
public class Geeks {
public static void main(String arg[]) throws InterruptedException {
// creating the thread group
ThreadGroup g = new ThreadGroup("Parent thread");
ThreadGroup gfg_child = new ThreadGroup(g, "child thread");
// Setting the maximum priority for the thread groups
g.setMaxPriority(Thread.MAX_PRIORITY - 2);
gfg_child.setMaxPriority(Thread.NORM_PRIORITY);
// Creating threads
NewThread t1 = new NewThread("one", g);
// Ensure priority is within group limit
t1.setPriority(Math.min(Thread.MAX_PRIORITY, g.getMaxPriority()));
System.out.println("Starting " + t1.getName());
t1.start();
NewThread t2 = new NewThread("two", gfg_child);
t2.setPriority(Math.min(Thread.MAX_PRIORITY, gfg_child.getMaxPriority())); // Ensure priority is within group limit
System.out.println("Starting " + t2.getName());
t2.start();
}
}
Output:
19. String toString(): This method returns a string representation of this Thread group.
Syntax:
public String toString()
- Parameter: This method does not take any parameter.
- Return Type: Return String equivalent of the group.
Note: This method is now depricated.
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Exception Handling with Method Overriding in JavaException handling with method overriding in Java refers to the rules and behavior that apply when a subclass overrides a method from its superclass and both methods involve exceptions. It ensures that the overridden method in the subclass does not declare broader or new checked exceptions than thos
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Java Advanced
Java Multithreading TutorialThreads are the backbone of multithreading. We are living in the real world which in itself is caught on the web surrounded by lots of applications. With the advancement in technologies, we cannot achieve the speed required to run them simultaneously unless we introduce the concept of multi-tasking
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Synchronization in JavaIn multithreading, synchronization is important to make sure multiple threads safely work on shared resources. Without synchronization, data can become inconsistent or corrupted if multiple threads access and modify shared variables at the same time. In Java, it is a mechanism that ensures that only
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File Handling in JavaIn Java, with the help of File Class, we can work with files. This File Class is inside the java.io package. The File class can be used to create an object of the class and then specifying the name of the file.Why File Handling is Required?File Handling is an integral part of any programming languag
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Java Method ReferencesIn Java, a method is a collection of statements that perform some specific task and return the result to the caller. A method reference is the shorthand syntax for a lambda expression that contains just one method call. In general, one does not have to pass arguments to method references.Why Use Met
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Java 8 Stream TutorialJava 8 introduces Stream, which is a new abstract layer, and some new additional packages in Java 8 called java.util.stream. A Stream is a sequence of components that can be processed sequentially. These packages include classes, interfaces, and enum to allow functional-style operations on the eleme
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Java NetworkingWhen computing devices such as laptops, desktops, servers, smartphones, and tablets and an eternally-expanding arrangement of IoT gadgets such as cameras, door locks, doorbells, refrigerators, audio/visual systems, thermostats, and various sensors are sharing information and data with each other is
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JDBC TutorialJDBC stands for Java Database Connectivity. JDBC is a Java API or tool used in Java applications to interact with the database. It is a specification from Sun Microsystems that provides APIs for Java applications to communicate with different databases. Interfaces and Classes for JDBC API comes unde
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Java Memory ManagementJava memory management is the process by which the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) automatically handles the allocation and deallocation of memory. It uses a garbage collector to reclaim memory by removing unused objects, eliminating the need for manual memory managementJVM Memory StructureJVM defines va
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Garbage Collection in JavaGarbage collection in Java is an automatic memory management process that helps Java programs run efficiently. Objects are created on the heap area. Eventually, some objects will no longer be needed.Garbage collection is an automatic process that removes unused objects from heap.Working of Garbage C
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Memory Leaks in JavaIn programming, a memory leak happens when a program keeps using memory but does not give it back when it's done. It simply means the program slowly uses more and more memory, which can make things slow and even stop working. Working of Memory Management in JavaJava has automatic garbage collection,
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Practice Java
Java Interview Questions and AnswersJava is one of the most popular programming languages in the world, known for its versatility, portability, and wide range of applications. Java is the most used language in top companies such as Uber, Airbnb, Google, Netflix, Instagram, Spotify, Amazon, and many more because of its features and per
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Java Programs - Java Programming ExamplesIn this article, we will learn and prepare for Interviews using Java Programming Examples. From basic Java programs like the Fibonacci series, Prime numbers, Factorial numbers, and Palindrome numbers to advanced Java programs.Java is one of the most popular programming languages today because of its
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Java Exercises - Basic to Advanced Java Practice Programs with SolutionsLooking for Java exercises to test your Java skills, then explore our topic-wise Java practice exercises? Here you will get 25 plus practice problems that help to upscale your Java skills. As we know Java is one of the most popular languages because of its robust and secure nature. But, programmers
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Java Quiz | Level Up Your Java SkillsThe best way to scale up your coding skills is by practicing the exercise. And if you are a Java programmer looking to test your Java skills and knowledge? Then, this Java quiz is designed to challenge your understanding of Java programming concepts and assess your excellence in the language. In thi
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Top 50 Java Project Ideas For Beginners and Advanced [Update 2025]Java is one of the most popular and versatile programming languages, known for its reliability, security, and platform independence. Developed by James Gosling in 1982, Java is widely used across industries like big data, mobile development, finance, and e-commerce.Building Java projects is an excel
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