Java Collections Q&A

January 22, 2024

act as a java expert and give this questions in detailed manner Q)What is the
difference between Array and Collection classes?
Q)Name the core Collection interfaces & their implementing Collection classes
Q)What is the root interface in collection hierarchy?List its methods
Q)Explain difference between
ArrayList & Vector
ArrayList & LinkedList
HashSet & TreeSet
HashSet & HashMap
Hashtable & HashMap
HashMap & TreeMap
Iterator &ListIterator
Iterator & Enumeration
Set & List
Set & Map
Queue and Stack
Queue & List
Collection and Collections
Comparable and Comparator
Q)What is the difference between Array and ArrayList?
Q)Why we override equals() & hashcode() method
Q)How to synchronize List, Set and Map elements
Q)What is the advantage of generic collection
Q)How to convert ArrayList to Array and Array to ArrayList?
Q)How to reverse ArrayList?
Q)How to sort ArrayList?
Q)Which collection classes are synchronized or thread-safe
Q)What is the difference between peek(),poll() and remove() method of the Queue
interface ?
Q)Write java code showing insertion,deletion and retrieval of HashMap object ?
Q)What is the difference between HashMap and ConcurrentHashMap ?
Q) Why Map interface does not extend the Collection interface in Java Collections
Framework ?
Q)Write the code for iterating the list in different ways in java ?
Q)Suppose there is an Employee class. We add Employee class objects to the
ArrayList.
Mention the steps need to be taken , if I want to sort the objects in ArrayList
using the
employeeId attribute present in Employee class.
Q)How can an ArrayList be synchronized without using Vector?
Q)What is NavigableMap in Java? What is a benefit over Map?
Q)What is Java Priority Queue ?

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Sure, let's go through each question one by one.

Q) What is the difference between Array and Collection classes?

Array:

Arrays are fixed in size, meaning once you define the size of an array, it cannot
be changed.
Arrays can hold both primitive data types and objects.
Arrays can store elements of the same type.
Collection:
Collections are dynamic in size; they can grow or shrink during the execution of a
program.
Collections can only hold objects, not primitive data types.
Collections provide a set of classes and interfaces to work with groups of objects.
Q) Name the core Collection interfaces & their implementing Collection classes

Core Collection Interfaces:

Collection: The root interface of the Java Collections Framework hierarchy.

Set: Represents a collection that does not allow duplicate elements.
List: Represents an ordered collection that allows duplicate elements.
Queue: Represents a collection used to hold multiple elements prior to processing.
Implementing Classes:

ArrayList, LinkedList, Vector: Implement the List interface.

HashSet, TreeSet: Implement the Set interface.
PriorityQueue: Implements the Queue interface.
Q) What is the root interface in the collection hierarchy? List its methods

Root Interface:

Collection Interface:
Methods:
add(E e)
addAll(Collection<? extends E> c)
remove(Object o)
removeAll(Collection<?> c)
size()
clear()
isEmpty()
contains(Object o)
containsAll(Collection<?> c)
toArray()
iterator()
Q) Explain the difference between ArrayList & Vector

ArrayList vs. Vector:

ArrayList:
Not synchronized by default.
Increases its size by 50% of the array size when resizing.
Not legacy (introduced in Java 2).
Vector:
Synchronized by default.
Increases its size by doubling when resizing.
Legacy class (introduced in Java 1.0).
ArrayList & LinkedList

ArrayList:
Implements dynamic arrays.
Faster for random access.
Slower for insertions and deletions.
LinkedList:
Implements a doubly-linked list.
Faster for insertions and deletions.
Slower for random access.
HashSet & TreeSet
HashSet:
Does not maintain any order.
Uses hashCode() for storing elements.
TreeSet:
Maintains natural order or order specified by a comparator.
Uses a red-black tree for storing elements.
HashSet & HashMap

HashSet:
Implements the Set interface.
Stores elements using a hash table.
HashMap:
Implements the Map interface.
Stores key-value pairs using a hash table.
Hashtable & HashMap

Hashtable:
Synchronized (thread-safe).
Does not allow null keys or values.
HashMap:
Not synchronized by default.
Allows null keys and values.
HashMap & TreeMap

HashMap:
Does not maintain order.
Faster for most operations.
TreeMap:
Maintains natural order or order specified by a comparator.
Slower for most operations compared to HashMap.
Iterator & ListIterator

Iterator:
Supports only forward iteration.
Can be used with any collection.
ListIterator:
Supports bidirectional iteration.
Specific to lists.
Iterator & Enumeration

Iterator:
Introduced in Java 1.2.
Supports both read and remove operations.
Enumeration:
Introduced in Java 1.0.
Supports only read operations.
Set & List

Set:
Does not allow duplicate elements.
Examples: HashSet, TreeSet.
List:
Allows duplicate elements and maintains order.
Examples: ArrayList, LinkedList.
Set & Map

Set:
Represents a collection of distinct elements.
Examples: HashSet, TreeSet.
Map:
Represents a collection of key-value pairs.
Examples: HashMap, TreeMap.
Queue and Stack

Queue:
Follows the FIFO (First-In-First-Out) principle.
Examples: LinkedList, PriorityQueue.
Stack:
Follows the LIFO (Last-In-First-Out) principle.
Examples: Stack class.
Queue & List

Queue:
Specifically designed for holding elements prior to processing.
List:
Designed for ordered collections with index-based access.
Collection and Collections

Collection:
Represents a group of objects.
Root interface for collections framework.
Collections:
A utility class providing static methods for operating on collections.
Comparable and Comparator

Comparable:
An interface used for natural ordering of objects.
The compareTo method is implemented by the class itself.
Comparator:
An interface used for custom ordering of objects.
The compare method is implemented in a separate class.
Q) What is the difference between Array and ArrayList?

Array:
Fixed size.
Can contain both primitive types and objects.
Direct access to elements using index.
ArrayList:
Dynamic size (can grow or shrink).
Can only contain objects.
Elements accessed using methods like get().
Q) Why do we override the equals() & hashcode() method?

equals():
Used to compare the equality of objects.
Should be overridden to provide a meaningful comparison for custom classes.
hashCode():
Used by hash-based collections (e.g., HashMap, HashSet).
Should be overridden consistently with the equals() method.
Q) How to synchronize List, Set, and Map elements?

List:

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List<Type> synchronizedList = Collections.synchronizedList(new ArrayList<>());
Set:
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Set<Type> synchronizedSet = Collections.synchronizedSet(new HashSet<>());
Map:

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Map<KeyType, ValueType> synchronizedMap = Collections.synchronizedMap(new
HashMap<>());
Q) What is the advantage of generic collection?

Advantages:
Type safety: Ensures compile-time type checking.
Code readability: Makes code more readable by explicitly specifying the type of
elements.
Eliminates casting: No need for explicit casting when retrieving elements.
Q) How to convert ArrayList to Array and Array to ArrayList?

ArrayList to Array:

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ArrayList<Type> list = new ArrayList<>();
Type[] array = list.toArray(new Type[list.size()]);
Array to ArrayList:

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Type[] array = // existing array
ArrayList<Type> list = new ArrayList<>(Arrays.asList(array));
Q) How to reverse ArrayList?

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Collections.reverse(arrayList);
Q) How to sort ArrayList?

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Collections.sort(arrayList);
Q) Which collection classes are synchronized or thread-safe?

Synchronized Classes:
Vector
HashTable
Collections.synchronizedList(List<T> list)
Collections.synchronizedSet(Set<T> set)
Collections.synchronizedMap(Map<K, V> map)
Q) What is the difference between peek(), poll(), and remove() methods of the Queue
interface?

peek():

Retrieves the head of the queue without removing it.

Returns null if the queue is empty.
poll():

Retrieves and removes the head of the queue.

Returns null if the queue is empty.
remove():

Retrieves and removes the head of the queue.

Throws NoSuchElementException if the queue is empty.
Q) Write Java code showing insertion, deletion, and retrieval of HashMap object?

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// Insertion
HashMap<KeyType, ValueType> hashMap = new HashMap<>();
hashMap.put(key1, value1);
hashMap.put(key2, value2);

// Retrieval
ValueType retrievedValue = hashMap.get(key1);

// Deletion
hashMap.remove(key1);
Q) What is the difference between HashMap and ConcurrentHashMap?

HashMap:
Not synchronized, not thread-safe.
Faster in a single-threaded environment.
ConcurrentHashMap:
Synchronized, thread-safe.
Supports concurrent updates without blocking the entire map.
Better performance in a multi-threaded environment.
Q) Why does the Map interface not extend the Collection interface in the Java
Collections Framework?

Reasons:
Semantical differences: Maps store key-value pairs, while collections store
individual elements.
Operations: Maps have key-based operations (e.g., get(key), put(key, value)) not
applicable to general collections.
Q) Write the code for iterating the list in different ways in Java?

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List<Type> list = new ArrayList<>();

// Using for loop

for (int i = 0; i < list.size(); i++) {
Type element = list.get(i);
// Process element
}

// Using enhanced for loop (since Java 5)

for (Type element : list) {
// Process element
}

// Using Iterator
Iterator<Type> iterator = list.iterator();
while (iterator.hasNext()) {
Type element = iterator.next();
// Process element
}
// Using ListIterator (for lists only)
ListIterator<Type> listIterator = list.listIterator();
while (listIterator.hasNext()) {
Type element = listIterator.next();
// Process element
}
Q) Steps to sort objects in ArrayList using the employeeId attribute in the
Employee class:

Ensure the Employee class implements the Comparable interface.

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public class Employee implements Comparable<Employee> {
// Other attributes and methods

@Override
public int compareTo(Employee otherEmployee) {
return Integer.compare(this.employeeId, otherEmployee.employeeId);
}
}
Use Collections.sort() to sort the ArrayList.

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List<Employee> employees = new ArrayList<>();
// Add employees to the list

Collections.sort(employees);
Q) How can an ArrayList be synchronized without using Vector?

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List<Type> synchronizedList = Collections.synchronizedList(new ArrayList<>());
Q) What is NavigableMap in Java? What is the benefit over Map?

NavigableMap:

An extension of the SortedMap interface.

Provides navigation methods for retrieving elements based on their relationship to
other elements.
Benefits:

Additional navigation methods like lowerKey(), floorKey(), higherKey(), and

ceilingKey() for element retrieval.
Convenient for range-based operations on the map.
Q) What is Java Priority Queue?

PriorityQueue:
Implements a priority queue, which is based on the priority heap.
Elements are ordered based on their natural order or according to a specified
comparator.
The head of the queue is the least element according to the specified ordering.
Q)What is an inner class?What are the advantages of Inner classes?
Q)What are the different types of inner classes?
Q)Can we access all the members of outer class inside a member inner class?
Q)What are non static inner classes?
Q)Can we access non-static members of outer class inside a static nested class?
Q)Can member inner classes have static members in them?
Q)Can we declare local inner classes as private or protected or public?
Q)What is the main difference between static and non-static nested classes?
Q)What are the advantages of Inner classes?
Q)If you compile a file containing inner class how many .class files are created
and
what are all of them accessible in usual way?
Q)How to access the inner class from code within the outer class?
Q)What is a nested interface ?
Q)Explain Method Local Inner Classes ?
Q) How is local inner class different from anonymous class and which one you should
chose?
Q)Can you define constructors for inner classes?

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Q) What is an inner class? What are the advantages of Inner classes?

Inner Class:
An inner class is a class that is defined within another class in Java. It is a way
of logically grouping classes that are only used in one place, making the code more
readable and maintainable.

Advantages of Inner Classes:

Encapsulation: Inner classes can access private members of the outer class,
promoting encapsulation.
Code Organization: Inner classes help in organizing code by keeping related classes
together.
Improved Readability: Inner classes enhance code readability by keeping closely
related classes in a single place.
Accessibility: Inner classes can access private members of the outer class,
providing better encapsulation.
Event Handling: Inner classes are often used for event handling in GUI
applications.
Q) What are the different types of inner classes?

There are four types of inner classes in Java:

Member Inner Class (Non-static Inner Class): A class defined within another class
without the static modifier.
Static Nested Class (Static Inner Class): A static class defined within another
class.
Local Inner Class: A class defined within a method.
Anonymous Inner Class: A class defined without a name.
Q) Can we access all the members of the outer class inside a member inner class?

Yes, a member inner class can access all the members (including private) of its
outer class.

Q) What are non-static inner classes?

Non-static inner classes, also known as member inner classes, are classes defined
within another class without using the static modifier. They have access to the
instance variables and methods of the outer class.

Q) Can we access non-static members of the outer class inside a static nested
class?
No, a static nested class (static inner class) cannot directly access non-static
members of the outer class. It can only access static members.

Q) Can member inner classes have static members in them?

Yes, member inner classes can have static members, including static fields and
methods.

Q) Can we declare local inner classes as private or protected or public?

Yes, local inner classes can be declared with any access modifier (private,
protected, public, or default package-private). However, the scope of a local inner
class is limited to the block where it is defined.

Q) What is the main difference between static and non-static nested classes?

Static Nested Class:

Declared using the static keyword.

Can access only static members of the outer class.
Can be instantiated without an instance of the outer class.
Non-static Inner Class:

Does not use the static keyword.

Can access both static and non-static members of the outer class.
Requires an instance of the outer class for instantiation.
Q) If you compile a file containing an inner class, how many .class files are
created, and what are all of them accessible in the usual way?

For each inner class, a separate .class file is generated. The files are named as
follows:

OuterClass.class (for the outer class)

OuterClass$InnerClass.class (for each inner class)
Both files are accessible in the usual way.

Q) How to access the inner class from code within the outer class?

To access the inner class from within the outer class, you can simply use the inner
class name prefixed with the outer class name followed by a dot. For example:

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public class OuterClass {
class InnerClass {
// Inner class code
}

public void method() {

InnerClass inner = new InnerClass();
}
}
Q) What is a nested interface?

A nested interface is an interface that is defined within another interface or a

class. It is used for logical grouping of related interfaces and helps in avoiding
naming conflicts.

Q) Explain Method Local Inner Classes?

Method Local Inner Classes are classes defined within a method. They have a limited
scope and are only accessible within the method in which they are defined. This is
useful when a class is needed only for a specific method.

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public class OuterClass {
public void methodWithLocalClass() {
class LocalInnerClass {
// Local inner class code
}

LocalInnerClass localInner = new LocalInnerClass();

}
}
Q) How is local inner class different from an anonymous class, and which one should
you choose?

Local Inner Class:

Has a name and is defined within a method.

Can have constructors.
Can be instantiated multiple times.
Useful when the class is needed for more than one instance.
Anonymous Inner Class:

Does not have a name and is defined on the spot.

Cannot have constructors (initialized using an instance block).
Can only be instantiated once at the point of creation.
Useful for one-time use, especially in event handling.
The choice between them depends on the specific requirements of the situation.

Q) Can you define constructors for inner classes?

Yes, both member inner classes and static nested classes can have constructors.
Local inner classes and anonymous inner classes cannot have explicit constructors,
but they can use instance initialization blocks for initialization.

Q)What does the default access specifier means ?

Q)Can I import same package/class twice? Will the JVM load the package twice at
runtime?
Q)Do we need to import java.lang.package ?
Q)What is the difference between public class and class ?
Q)Name few classes that are part of following package
java.io
java.lang
java.util
Q)Does importing a package imports the sub packages as well? E.g. Does importing
com.bob.*
also import com.bob.code.*?
Q)what is a jar file?what happens when we add external jar file to eclipse project
using build path?
Q)what is difference between path vs classpath?
Q)what do you mean by fully qualified classname?is it an alternative to import?
Q)How will you use 2 classes having same name in a java program?
Q)What are the environment variables do we neet to set to run Java?
Q)What modifiers may be used with a top-level class?
Q)What is difference between importing "java.applet.Applet" and "java.applet.* "?
Q)Can we put interface in a package?Give Examples?

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Q) What does the default access specifier mean?

The default access specifier (also known as package-private) means that the class,
method, or variable is only accessible within the same package. It is not visible
to classes in other packages.

Q) Can I import the same package/class twice? Will the JVM load the package twice
at runtime?

Yes, you can import the same package or class twice in a Java program, but it will
not have any impact on the runtime behavior. The JVM will not load the package or
class twice. Import statements are just a compile-time directive for the compiler
to resolve names.

Q) Do we need to import java.lang.package?

No, you don't need to import classes from the java.lang package explicitly. Classes
in java.lang are automatically imported by default in every Java program.

Q) What is the difference between public class and class?

public class:

A class with the public modifier can be accessed from any other class.
It allows other classes to instantiate and use the class.
class:

A class without an access modifier (default access) is accessible only within the
same package.
It has package-private access, meaning it can be used by other classes in the same
package but not outside.
Q) Name a few classes that are part of the following packages:

java.io:

FileInputStream, FileOutputStream, BufferedReader, BufferedWriter

java.lang:

String, Integer, Object, System, Math

java.util:

ArrayList, HashMap, LinkedList, Scanner, Date

Q) Does importing a package import its sub-packages as well? E.g., Does importing
com.bob. also import com.bob.code.?**

No, importing a package using a wildcard (*) only imports classes from that
specific package, not its sub-packages. If you want to import classes from sub-
packages, you need to import them explicitly.

Q) What is a JAR file? What happens when we add an external JAR file to an Eclipse
project using the build path?

JAR file:
A JAR (Java Archive) file is a compressed file format that allows bundling multiple
Java files, resources, and metadata into a single file.
It is a way to distribute a set of Java classes and associated metadata.
Adding external JAR file to Eclipse:

When you add an external JAR file to an Eclipse project using the build path, the
classes and resources from the JAR file become available for use in your project.
Eclipse includes the JAR file in the classpath, allowing your project to reference
and use the classes from the JAR.
Q) What is the difference between path vs. classpath?

Path:

The path is an environment variable that specifies the directories where executable
files are located.
It helps the operating system locate executables.
Classpath:

The classpath is an environment variable that specifies the location of Java

classes and libraries.
It is used by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) to locate classes during runtime.
Q) What do you mean by a fully qualified classname? Is it an alternative to import?

A fully qualified classname is the complete name of a class, including its package
name. For example, java.util.ArrayList is a fully qualified classname.

Using a fully qualified classname is an alternative to importing when you want to

reference a class without importing its package. However, using imports generally
makes the code more readable and reduces the need for fully qualified classnames.

Q) How will you use two classes having the same name in a Java program?

To use two classes with the same name in a Java program, you should use their fully
qualified classnames when referencing them in your code. For example:

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com.example.ClassName obj1 = new com.example.ClassName();
otherpackage.ClassName obj2 = new otherpackage.ClassName();
Q) What environment variables do we need to set to run Java?

JAVA_HOME:

Points to the installation directory of the Java Development Kit (JDK).

PATH:

Includes the path to the bin directory of the JDK.

Q) What modifiers may be used with a top-level class?

The modifiers that may be used with a top-level class are:

public
abstract
final
strictfp
Q) What is the difference between importing "java.applet.Applet" and "java.applet.
"?*

import java.applet.Applet;:
Imports only the Applet class from the java.applet package.
You need to reference Applet by its simple name.
import java.applet.*;:

Imports all classes from the java.applet package.

You can reference any class from the package using its simple name.
Q) Can we put an interface in a package? Give Examples?

Yes, an interface can be placed in a package like any other class. Here's an
example:

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package com.example;

public interface MyInterface {

void myMethod();
}
In this example, the MyInterface interface is placed in the com.example package.

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1.Consider following program. When is the B object, created in line 3, eligible for
garbage collection?
void testMethod()
{
A aObj = new A();
BbObj = new B();
aObj.aMethod(bObj);
aObj=null;
bObj=null;
System.out.println(“Completed”);
}
after line 5"
Q)Which part of the memory is involved in Garbage Collection? Stack or Heap?
Q)What is the purpose of garbage collection in Java, and when is it used ?
Q)What does System.gc() and Runtime.gc() methods do ?
Q)Can the Garbage Collection be forced by any means?
Q)When is the finalize() called ? What is the purpose of finalization ?
Q)How to enable/disable call of finalize() method of exit of the application
Q) When does an Object becomes eligible for Garbage collection in Java
Q) Is garbage collector a daemon thread?
Q)what is Islands of Isolation?
Q)What is difference between final, finally and finalize?
Q)Explain Garbage collection mechanism in Java? GC Phases?

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Consider the following program. When is the B object, created in line 3, eligible
for garbage collection?
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void testMethod() {
A aObj = new A();
B bObj = new B();
aObj.aMethod(bObj);
aObj = null;
bObj = null;
 System.out.println("Completed");
}
After line 5, the B object (bObj) becomes eligible for garbage collection as it is
no longer referenced by any variables.
Q) Which part of the memory is involved in Garbage Collection? Stack or Heap?

Garbage Collection primarily involves the Heap memory. Objects created on the heap
are subject to garbage collection when they are no longer reachable.

Q) What is the purpose of garbage collection in Java, and when is it used?

The purpose of garbage collection in Java is to automatically reclaim memory

occupied by objects that are no longer in use. It helps in managing memory
efficiently, preventing memory leaks, and improving overall application
performance. Garbage collection is used when the JVM determines that certain
objects are no longer reachable by the program.

Q) What do the System.gc() and Runtime.gc() methods do?

Both System.gc() and Runtime.gc() are used to suggest to the JVM that it should
perform garbage collection. However, there is no guarantee that the garbage
collection will actually occur.

System.gc(): Invokes the garbage collector. It is a static method of the System

class.
Runtime.getRuntime().gc(): Invokes the garbage collector. It is a method of the
Runtime class.
Q) Can Garbage Collection be forced by any means?

Garbage Collection can be suggested but not guaranteed to occur by using

System.gc() or Runtime.getRuntime().gc(). Forcing garbage collection is generally
not recommended, as the JVM is designed to manage memory efficiently on its own.

Q) When is the finalize() method called? What is the purpose of finalization?

The finalize() method is called by the garbage collector before an object is

reclaimed by memory. Its purpose is to allow an object to clean up resources or
perform any necessary actions before being garbage collected. However, relying on
finalize() for critical resource cleanup is discouraged, as the timing of its
execution is not guaranteed.

Q) How to enable/disable the call of the finalize() method on exit of the

application?

The call to the finalize() method on exit of the application can be controlled
using the following options:

Enable: System.runFinalizersOnExit(true);
Disable: System.runFinalizersOnExit(false);
However, the use of runFinalizersOnExit is discouraged due to potential issues, and
it has been deprecated in recent Java versions.

Q) When does an object become eligible for Garbage collection in Java?

An object becomes eligible for garbage collection when there are no more references
to it. This can happen when all references to the object go out of scope, are
explicitly set to null, or are overridden by new references.

Q) Is the garbage collector a daemon thread?

Yes, the garbage collector is typically implemented as a daemon thread in Java.
Daemon threads are low-priority threads that run in the background and are
terminated when all non-daemon threads have completed.

Q) What is Islands of Isolation?

Islands of Isolation refer to a situation where a group of objects reference each

other in a circular manner, forming an isolated group. These objects cannot be
accessed from the rest of the application and become unreachable, but they are not
eligible for garbage collection because they reference each other. Proper design
and avoiding circular dependencies help prevent Islands of Isolation.

Q) What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize?

final:

A keyword used to declare a variable, method, or class.

If used with a variable, it makes the variable a constant.
If used with a method, it prevents method overriding.
If used with a class, it prevents the class from being subclassed.
finally:

A block used in exception handling (try-catch-finally).

Code in the finally block is executed whether an exception occurs or not.
finalize():

A method in the Object class.

Called by the garbage collector before an object is collected.
Deprecated and not recommended for critical resource cleanup.
Q) Explain the Garbage collection mechanism in Java? What are the GC Phases?

The Garbage Collection mechanism in Java involves the following phases:

Mark: Identifying reachable objects by traversing the object graph starting from
root objects (like main method arguments, thread stacks, static variables).
Sweep: Identifying and reclaiming memory occupied by unreachable objects.
Compact: Rearranging memory to reduce fragmentation (not always performed).
The Java HotSpot VM uses different garbage collection algorithms, including the
Young Generation (Minor GC) and the Old Generation (Major GC/Full GC). Young
Generation garbage collection involves the Eden space and two survivor spaces,
while Old Generation garbage collection targets long-lived objects.

GC algorithms include:

Serial GC: Single-threaded collector suitable for small applications.

Parallel GC: Multiple threads are used for garbage collection, suitable for multi-
core machines.
Concurrent Mark-Sweep (CMS) GC: Minimizes pause times by running certain phases
concurrently with the application threads.
G1 (Garbage First) GC: Divides the heap into regions and aims for low pause times.
The specific GC algorithm used can be configured based on application requirements
and characteristics.

Q)What is Multithreading in Java?what are its advantages?

Q)What is Thread in Java?
Q)Explain Thread Life Cycle with diagram?
Q)What is the difference between Thread and Process in Java?
Q)How do you implement Threads in Java?
Q)What are differences between implementing Runnable and extending Thread?
Q)What is difference between starting thread with run() and start() method?
Q)Can you again start Thread?what will happen if we do it?
Q)List Thread class methods?
Q) How can you say Thread behaviour is unpredictable?
Q)How can you ensure all threads that started from main must end in order in which
they
started and also main should end in last?
Q)What is a daemon thread?How to make a thread (user thread) to Daemon thread?
Q)What is difference between user thread and Daemon thread?
Q)what is Thread synchronization?
Q)What is thread-safety? is Vector a thread-safe class?

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Q) What is Multithreading in Java? What are its advantages?

Multithreading in Java:
Multithreading is a concurrent execution of two or more threads. It allows multiple
threads to execute simultaneously within a single program.

Advantages of Multithreading:

Improved Performance: Utilizes CPU resources efficiently, leading to better

performance.
Enhanced Responsiveness: Enables responsive user interfaces by keeping the
application responsive while performing background tasks.
Resource Sharing: Threads share the same address space, allowing them to share
resources like variables.
Simplified Task Division: Breaks down complex tasks into smaller, manageable
threads for better organization.
Q) What is Thread in Java?

A thread in Java is a lightweight process, a separate path of execution within a

program. It is the smallest unit of a process that can run concurrently with other
threads.

Q) Explain Thread Life Cycle with a diagram?

Thread life cycle in Java consists of the following states:

New: The thread is in this state before starting.

Runnable: The thread is ready to run and waits for the CPU.
Blocked: The thread is blocked and waiting for a monitor lock.
Waiting: The thread is waiting, and it releases the monitor lock.
Timed Waiting: The thread is waiting for a specified amount of time.
Terminated: The thread has completed its execution.
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New → Runnable → (Blocked, Waiting, Timed Waiting) → Terminated
Q) What is the difference between Thread and Process in Java?

Thread:

Threads share the same address space.

Lightweight compared to processes.
Context switching between threads is faster.
Communication between threads is easier.
Process:

Processes have their own address space.

Heavier compared to threads.
Context switching between processes is slower.
Communication between processes requires inter-process communication mechanisms.
Q) How do you implement Threads in Java?

Threads in Java can be implemented by:

Extending the Thread class:

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class MyThread extends Thread {
public void run() {
// Thread logic
}
}
Implementing the Runnable interface:
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class MyRunnable implements Runnable {
public void run() {
// Thread logic
}
}
Q) What are the differences between implementing Runnable and extending Thread?

Implementing Runnable:

Allows multiple inheritance (can extend another class).

Promotes better object-oriented design.
Provides more flexibility in sharing code between threads.
Extending Thread:

Does not allow multiple inheritance (Java does not support multiple class
inheritance).
May be simpler if the main goal is to create a simple thread without extending
other classes.
Q) What is the difference between starting a thread with the run() and start()
method?

run() method:

Executes the thread's code in the current thread, not creating a new thread.
No parallelism, as it runs in the same thread.
start() method:

Creates a new thread and executes the thread's code in that new thread.
Enables parallelism, as the new thread runs concurrently.
Q) Can you again start a Thread? What will happen if we do it?

Once a thread has completed its execution, it cannot be restarted. If you attempt
to start a thread again, it will throw a java.lang.IllegalThreadStateException.

Q) List Thread class methods?

Some common methods of the Thread class:

start(): Starts the execution of the thread.

run(): Entry point for the thread's logic.
sleep(long millis): Causes the thread to sleep for a specified amount of time.
yield(): Causes the currently executing thread to yield.
join(): Waits for a thread to die.
interrupt(): Interrupts the thread.
isAlive(): Tests if the thread is alive.
Q) How can you say Thread behavior is unpredictable?

Thread behavior is often considered unpredictable due to factors like thread

scheduling, system load, and race conditions. The order in which threads are
scheduled to run is not guaranteed, and it may vary between runs, leading to
different outcomes.

Q) How can you ensure all threads that started from the main must end in the order
in which they started, and also the main should end last?

You can use the join() method to ensure that a thread completes its execution
before the next one starts. For example:

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Thread t1 = new MyThread();
Thread t2 = new MyThread();

t1.start();
t1.join(); // Ensures t1 completes before t2 starts

t2.start();
t2.join(); // Ensures t2 completes before the main thread proceeds
Q) What is a daemon thread? How to make a thread (user thread) a daemon thread?

A daemon thread is a background thread that runs in the background and does not
prevent the program from terminating. You can set a thread as a daemon using the
setDaemon(true) method before starting it. For example:

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Thread daemonThread = new MyThread();
daemonThread.setDaemon(true);
daemonThread.start();
Q) What is the difference between a user thread and a Daemon thread?

User Thread:

A thread that runs in the foreground.

Program will not terminate until all user threads have completed.
Daemon Thread:

A background thread that runs in the background.

Program can terminate even if daemon threads are still running.
Q) What is thread synchronization?

Thread synchronization is the coordination of threads to ensure that they access

shared resources or critical sections of code in a mutually exclusive manner. It
prevents data corruption and ensures consistency by avoiding interference between
threads.
Q) What is thread-safety? Is Vector a thread-safe class?

Thread safety refers to the ability of a piece of code to function correctly and
consistently in a multithreaded environment. A thread-safe class is designed to be
safely used by multiple threads without causing data corruption.

Vector is a thread-safe class because its methods are synchronized, making it safe
for concurrent access by multiple threads. However, in modern Java, it is often
recommended to use ArrayList or Collections.synchronizedList() for thread safety
instead of Vector.

Q)What is race condition in multithreading and how can we solve it?

Q)How to stop a thread in Java
Q)How threads communicate between each other?
Q)What is the difference between notify and notifyAll in Java?
Q)Why wait(), notify() and notifyAll() are in Object class and not in Thread
class?
Q)Is it important to acquire object lock before calling wait(), notify() and
notifyAll()?
Q)what is significance of yield() method, what state does it put thread in?
Q)Difference between wait() and sleep() ?
Q)Difference and similarities between yield() and sleep()
Q)Mention some guidelines to write thread safe code, most important point we must
take care of in multithreading programs?
Q)What will happen if we don’t override run method?
Q)What will happen if we override start method?
Q)What do you mean by thread starvation?
Q)What is ThreadGroup in java, What is default priority of newly created
threadGroup, mention some important ThreadGroup methods ?
Q)What are thread priorities?
Q)Difference between synchronized block & synchronized method?

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Q) What is a race condition in multithreading, and how can we solve it?

A race condition occurs when two or more threads access shared data concurrently,
leading to unpredictable and undesirable results. To solve race conditions,
synchronization mechanisms such as locks (synchronized keyword),
java.util.concurrent classes, or other coordination mechanisms can be used to
ensure that only one thread can access critical sections of code at a time.

Q) How to stop a thread in Java?

There are several ways to stop a thread in Java:

Exiting run() method: Simply returning from the run() method will cause the thread
to exit.
Using a flag: Use a boolean flag to indicate when a thread should stop, and check
it periodically in the run() method.
Interrupting the thread: Use the interrupt() method to signal a thread to stop. It
is often combined with checking Thread.interrupted() or isInterrupted().
Q) How do threads communicate between each other?

Threads can communicate using shared objects, message passing, or synchronization

mechanisms. Common ways include using shared data structures, wait() and notify()
methods, queues, and other inter-thread communication techniques.
Q) What is the difference between notify and notifyAll in Java?

notify():

Wakes up one of the threads that are currently waiting on the object.
It may not be deterministic which thread is awakened.
notifyAll():

Wakes up all the threads that are currently waiting on the object.
Safer to use in scenarios where multiple threads need to be awakened.
Q) Why are wait(), notify(), and notifyAll() in the Object class and not in the
Thread class?

These methods are related to the intrinsic lock (mutex) associated with an object,
not with threads directly. The Object class represents an intrinsic lock, and
threads use it for synchronization. Placing these methods in Object allows any
object to be used as a synchronization mechanism.

Q) Is it important to acquire the object lock before calling wait(), notify(), and
notifyAll()?

Yes, it is essential to acquire the object's lock before calling these methods.
Otherwise, IllegalMonitorStateException will be thrown. These methods manipulate
the thread's state regarding the lock associated with the object.

Q) What is the significance of yield() method, and what state does it put the
thread in?

The yield() method is used to give a hint to the scheduler that the current thread
is willing to yield its current use of the CPU. It puts the thread from running
state to the runnable state, allowing other threads to run. However, it doesn't
guarantee that the scheduler will switch to other threads.

Q) Difference between wait() and sleep()?

wait():

Called on an object to release the lock and enter the waiting state.
Must be called from within a synchronized block.
Can be woken up by notify() or notifyAll().
sleep():

Called on a thread to pause its execution.

Doesn't release the lock.
Doesn't need to be called in a synchronized block.
Q) Difference and similarities between yield() and sleep()?

Difference:

yield() hints to the scheduler to give other threads a chance, but it doesn't
guarantee the switch.
sleep() pauses the execution of the current thread for a specified duration.
Similarities:

Both methods do not release any locks held by the thread.

Both are static methods in the Thread class.
Q) Mention some guidelines to write thread-safe code, most important point we must
take care of in multithreading programs?
Use synchronization mechanisms like synchronized blocks or methods.
Avoid using shared mutable state whenever possible.
Use thread-safe classes from the java.util.concurrent package.
Minimize the scope of synchronization to reduce contention.
Be aware of deadlock situations and design code to avoid them.
Q) What will happen if we don’t override the run method?

If you don't override the run() method in a thread, the default implementation in
the Thread class does nothing. The thread will start and terminate without
executing any custom logic.

Q) What will happen if we override the start method?

Overriding the start() method in a thread is not recommended and may lead to
unpredictable behavior. The original start() method in the Thread class is
responsible for initializing and starting the new thread, including calling the
run() method. Changing this behavior may disrupt the proper initialization and
execution of the thread.

Q) What do you mean by thread starvation?

Thread starvation occurs when a thread is unable to gain regular access to shared
resources and is unable to make progress. It can happen due to unfair scheduling or
inefficient resource allocation.

Q) What is ThreadGroup in Java? What is the default priority of a newly created

ThreadGroup? Mention some important ThreadGroup methods?

A ThreadGroup in Java is a way to group multiple threads into a single unit. The
default priority of a newly created ThreadGroup is the same as the priority of the
thread that creates it. Important methods include setMaxPriority(), activeCount(),
enumerate(), and destroy().

Q) What are thread priorities?

Thread priorities are integer values assigned to threads in Java, indicating their
relative priority for execution. The priority range is from Thread.MIN_PRIORITY (1)
to Thread.MAX_PRIORITY (10). Higher priority threads are scheduled to run before
lower-priority threads, but it doesn't guarantee strict execution order.

Q) Difference between synchronized block & synchronized method?

Synchronized Block:

Allows finer-grained control over synchronization.

Specify the object on which synchronization should occur.
Allows multiple blocks to run concurrently if they synchronize on different
objects.
Synchronized Method:

Synchronizes the entire method.

The object on which the method is invoked is used as the lock.
Only one synchronized method can be executed at a time for a given object.
Both methods are used to achieve thread safety by preventing multiple threads from
accessing shared resources simultaneously. The choice between them depends on the
granularity of control needed for synchronization.

Q)What is a stream?what are the types of Streams?

Q)Difference between Reader/Writer and InputStream/Output Stream?
Q)What are the super most classes of all streams?
Q)Difference between FileInputStream and FileOutputStream?
Q)What are filter streams?
Q)What is File class ?List methods of File class?
Q)what is chaining or layering of streams?give example
Q)What is RandomAccessFile?
Q)what is the use of BufferedInputStream & BufferedOutputStream
Q)what is the use of DataInputStream & DataOutputStream
Q)Difference between Scanner and BufferedReader ? Which one is faster and Why ?
"Q)What will be the output of following code ? public static void main(String[]
args){
String name = null;
File file = new File(""myfile.txt"");
System.out.print(file.exists());
}
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"Q)What will be the output of following code ?

public static void main(String[] args){

String parent = null;
File file = new File(parent, ""myfile.txt"");
try {
file.createNewFile();
} catch (IOException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
}"

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Q) What is a stream? What are the types of Streams?

A stream in Java is a sequence of data elements that supports sequential and

parallel processing. There are two types of streams: InputStream and OutputStream
for byte-oriented operations, and Reader and Writer for character-oriented
operations.

Byte Streams:

InputStream: Reads bytes from a source.

OutputStream: Writes bytes to a destination.
Character Streams:

Reader: Reads characters from a source.

Writer: Writes characters to a destination.
Q) Difference between Reader/Writer and InputStream/OutputStream?

InputStream/OutputStream:

Operate on binary data (bytes).

Used for input/output of raw binary data.
Reader/Writer:

Operate on character data.

Used for input/output of character data and automatically handle character
encoding.
Q) What are the super most classes of all streams?
The superclasses for all streams in Java are:

InputStream and OutputStream: java.io.InputStream and java.io.OutputStream

Reader and Writer: java.io.Reader and java.io.Writer
Q) Difference between FileInputStream and FileOutputStream?

FileInputStream:

Reads data from a file.

Subclass of InputStream.
FileOutputStream:

Writes data to a file.

Subclass of OutputStream.
Q) What are filter streams?

Filter streams provide additional functionality to the existing input/output

streams. They "filter" the data as it passes through. Examples include
BufferedInputStream, BufferedOutputStream, DataInputStream, and DataOutputStream.

Q) What is File class? List methods of the File class?

The File class in Java represents a file or directory path. Some methods of the
File class include:

exists(): Checks if the file or directory exists.

createNewFile(): Creates a new empty file.
mkdir(): Creates a new directory.
isFile(): Checks if it is a file.
isDirectory(): Checks if it is a directory.
getName(): Returns the name of the file or directory.
Q) What is chaining or layering of streams? Give an example.

Chaining or layering of streams involves combining multiple streams to perform

complex input/output operations. For example:

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FileInputStream fileInput = new FileInputStream("input.txt");
BufferedInputStream bufferedInput = new BufferedInputStream(fileInput);
DataInputStream dataInput = new DataInputStream(bufferedInput);
Here, DataInputStream is layered on top of BufferedInputStream, which is layered on
top of FileInputStream.

Q) What is RandomAccessFile?

RandomAccessFile is a class in Java that provides random access to a file's

contents. It allows reading from or writing to any position within the file. Unlike
other streams, it supports both input and output operations.

Q) What is the use of BufferedInputStream & BufferedOutputStream?

BufferedInputStream:

Efficiently reads data from an input stream by buffering the input.

Reduces the number of actual reads from the underlying input stream.
BufferedOutputStream:
Efficiently writes data to an output stream by buffering the output.
Reduces the number of actual writes to the underlying output stream.
Q) What is the use of DataInputStream & DataOutputStream?

DataInputStream:

Reads primitive data types from an input stream.

Allows reading data in a machine-independent way.
DataOutputStream:

Writes primitive data types to an output stream.

Allows writing data in a machine-independent way.
Q) Difference between Scanner and BufferedReader? Which one is faster and why?

Scanner:

More convenient for parsing formatted text and extracting data.

Slower due to additional parsing overhead.
BufferedReader:

Efficient for reading lines of text.

Faster for reading raw text data.
Q) What will be the output of the following code?

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public static void main(String[] args) {
String name = null;
File file = new File("myfile.txt");
System.out.print(file.exists());
}
The output will be false if the file "myfile.txt" does not exist.

Q) What will be the output of the following code?

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public static void main(String[] args) {
String parent = null;
File file = new File(parent, "myfile.txt");
try {
file.createNewFile();
} catch (IOException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
}
This code will create a new file named "myfile.txt" in the current working
directory.

Please note that handling IOException is essential for production code, and it's
not recommended to print the stack trace directly to the console in real-world
applications.

Q)Which exceptions should be handled with the following code ?

FileOutputStream fileOutputStream = new FileOutputStream(new File("newFile.txt"));
Q)what is Serialization?What is the need of Serialization?
Q)what is deserialization?
Q)What is the difference between Serializable and Externalizable interface in Java?
Q)How many methods Serializable has? If no method then what is the purpose of
Serializable interface?
Q)What is the difference between Serializable and Externalizable interface in Java?
Q)While serializing you want some of the members not to serialize? How do you
achieve it?
Q)What will happen if one of the members[contained object] in the class doesn't
implement Serializable interface
Q)If a class is Serializable but its super class in not, what will be the state of
the instance variables inherited from super class after deserialization
Q)Can you Customize Serialization process or can you override default Serialization
process in Java
Q)Can we transfer a Serialized object via network
Q)Which kind of variables is not serialized during Java Serialization
Q)What is a transient variable?
Q)What will be the value of transient variable after de-serialization?
Q)What is use of serialVersionUID?
Q)Are the static variables saved as the part of serialization?

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Q) Which exceptions should be handled with the following code?

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FileOutputStream fileOutputStream = new FileOutputStream(new File("newFile.txt"));
The code may throw FileNotFoundException and IOException during the creation of a
FileOutputStream. Both exceptions should be handled or declared in the method
signature.

Q) What is Serialization? What is the need for Serialization?

Serialization: Serialization is the process of converting the state of an object

into a byte stream, which can be later converted back into the original object. It
is mainly used to persist object state or to transmit objects over a network.

Need for Serialization:

Persistence: To save the state of an object to a file or a database.

Communication: To send objects between different applications or across a network.
Caching: To store objects in a cache.
Deep Copy: To create a deep copy of an object.
Q) What is deserialization?

Deserialization: Deserialization is the process of reconstructing an object from a

previously serialized state. It involves reading the byte stream and converting it
back into an object.

Q) What is the difference between Serializable and Externalizable interface in

Java?

Serializable:

Marker interface with no methods.

Provides default serialization and deserialization.
All fields are serialized by default, unless marked as transient.
Externalizable:

Interface with two methods: writeExternal() and readExternal().

Gives the class complete control over serialization and deserialization.
Fields are manually serialized and deserialized.
Q) How many methods Serializable has? If no method then what is the purpose of the
Serializable interface?

Serializable is a marker interface and does not contain any methods. Its purpose is
to indicate that the objects of the class can be serialized, allowing the default
serialization mechanism to be used.

Q) While serializing, you want some of the members not to serialize? How do you
achieve it?

You can use the transient keyword to indicate that certain members should not be
serialized. For example:

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private transient int nonSerializableField;
Q) What will happen if one of the members (contained object) in the class doesn't
implement the Serializable interface?

If a member (contained object) in a class does not implement the Serializable

interface, a NotSerializableException will be thrown during the serialization
process.

Q) If a class is Serializable but its superclass is not, what will be the state of
the instance variables inherited from the superclass after deserialization?

The state of instance variables inherited from a non-serializable superclass will

not be preserved during deserialization. The default constructor of the superclass
will be called to initialize those variables.

Q) Can you customize the Serialization process or can you override the default
Serialization process in Java?

Yes, the serialization process can be customized by implementing the writeObject()

and readObject() methods. These methods allow you to define custom serialization
and deserialization logic for an object.

Q) Can we transfer a Serialized object via network?

Yes, serialized objects can be transferred over a network. The byte stream
representation of the serialized object can be sent and reconstructed at the
destination.

Q) Which kind of variables is not serialized during Java Serialization?

Static variables are not serialized during Java Serialization. They are associated
with the class rather than with an instance of the class.

Q) What is a transient variable?

A transient variable is a variable that should not be serialized during the

serialization process. It is marked with the transient keyword.

Q) What will be the value of the transient variable after de-serialization?

The transient variable will be initialized to its default value (0, null, or false,
depending on its type) after deserialization.
Q) What is the use of serialVersionUID?

serialVersionUID is a unique identifier for serialized objects. It is used during

deserialization to verify that the sender and receiver of a serialized object have
loaded classes for that object that are compatible in terms of serialization. It
helps prevent class version mismatches.

Q) Are the static variables saved as part of serialization?

No, static variables are not saved as part of serialization. They are associated
with the class rather than with an instance, and their values are not serialized.

What is an exception?
What is Exception in Java?
What are the Exception Handling Keywords in Java?
Explain Java Exception Hierarchy?
What are important methods of Java Exception Class?
Explain Java 7 ARM Feature and multi-catch block?
What is difference between Checked and Unchecked Exception in Java?
What is difference between throw and throws keyword in Java?
How to write custom exception in Java?
What is OutOfMemoryError in Java?
What are different scenarios causing “Exception in thread main”?
What is difference between final, finally and finalize in Java?
What happens when exception is thrown by main method?
Can we have an empty catch block?
Provide some Java Exception Handling Best Practices?

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Q) What is an exception?

An exception is an abnormal or unexpected event that occurs during the execution of

a program and disrupts its normal flow. Exceptions can be caused by various factors
such as invalid inputs, hardware failures, or logical errors in the program.

Q) What is an Exception in Java?

In Java, an exception is an object that represents an abnormal condition or error

that occurs during the execution of a program. Java has a robust exception handling
mechanism to manage and handle these runtime errors.

Q) What are the Exception Handling Keywords in Java?

The primary exception handling keywords in Java are:

try: Encloses the code that might throw an exception.

catch: Catches and handles the exception thrown in the try block.
finally: Contains code that is always executed, whether an exception is thrown or
not.
throw: Explicitly throws an exception.
throws: Declares that a method may throw one or more exceptions.
try-with-resources: Introduced in Java 7 for automatic resource management (ARM)
using try with AutoCloseable resources.
multi-catch block: Introduced in Java 7 to catch multiple exceptions in a single
catch block.
Q) Explain Java Exception Hierarchy?
The Java Exception Hierarchy is based on the Throwable class, which has two main
subclasses:

Error: Represents serious errors that are beyond the control of the application,
such as OutOfMemoryError.

Exception: Represents exceptional conditions that a well-behaved Java application

should catch and handle.

RuntimeException: Represents exceptions that can be caught during runtime, and it

is not mandatory to handle them. Examples include NullPointerException,
ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, etc.

Checked Exceptions: Subclass of Exception that must be either caught or declared

using the throws clause. Examples include IOException, ClassNotFoundException, etc.

Q) What are important methods of the Java Exception Class?

Some important methods of the Exception class include:

getMessage(): Returns the detail message string.

toString(): Returns a short description of the exception.
printStackTrace(): Prints the stack trace of the exception.
getCause(): Returns the cause of the exception.
initCause(Throwable cause): Initializes the cause of the exception.
Q) Explain Java 7 ARM Feature and multi-catch block?

ARM (Automatic Resource Management): Introduced in Java 7, it simplifies resource

management by automatically closing resources (e.g., streams) when they are no
longer needed. It is implemented using the try-with-resources statement.

Example:

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try (BufferedReader br = new BufferedReader(new FileReader("file.txt"))) {
// Code to read from the file
} catch (IOException e) {
// Exception handling
}
Multi-catch block: Introduced in Java 7, it allows catching multiple exceptions in
a single catch block.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw multiple exceptions
} catch (IOException | SQLException e) {
// Common exception handling for IOException and SQLException
}
Q) What is the difference between Checked and Unchecked Exception in Java?

Checked Exceptions: These are exceptions that are checked at compile-time. The
compiler ensures that these exceptions are either caught or declared using the
throws clause. Examples include IOException, ClassNotFoundException, etc.

Unchecked Exceptions (RuntimeException): These are exceptions that are not checked
at compile-time. It is not mandatory to catch or declare them. Examples include
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, etc.

Q) What is the difference between throw and throws keyword in Java?

throw: Used to explicitly throw an exception. It is followed by an instance of

Throwable (usually an exception object).

Example:

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throw new IllegalArgumentException("Invalid argument");
throws: Used in the method signature to declare that the method may throw one or
more exceptions. It specifies the types of exceptions that a method can throw.

Example:

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void myMethod() throws IOException, InterruptedException {
// Method code
}
Q) How to write a custom exception in Java?

To create a custom exception in Java, you need to extend the Exception class (or
one of its subclasses) or implement the Throwable interface. Example:

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public class CustomException extends Exception {
public CustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}
Q) What is OutOfMemoryError in Java?

OutOfMemoryError is a subclass of Error and indicates that the Java Virtual Machine
(JVM) has run out of memory. This error is usually thrown when there is not enough
heap space to allocate a new object.

Q) What are different scenarios causing “Exception in thread "main"`?

Common scenarios causing "Exception in thread 'main'" include:

NullPointerException: Attempting to access or call a method on a null object.

ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException: Accessing an array with an invalid index.
FileNotFoundException: Trying to access a file that does not exist.
NumberFormatException: Parsing a string that is not a valid number.
OutOfMemoryError: Running out of heap space.
Q) What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

final: It is a keyword used to declare constants, make classes not extendable, and
prevent method overriding.

finally: It is a block used in exception handling. The code within the finally
block is guaranteed to be executed, whether an exception occurs or not.

Example:
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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} finally {
// Code that will be executed regardless of an exception
}
finalize: It is a method in the Object class. It is called by the garbage collector
before reclaiming an object's memory. It is not recommended to rely on finalize for
resource cleanup.

Q) What happens when an exception is thrown by the main method?

If an unhandled exception is thrown by the main method, the program terminates, and
an error message containing information about the exception is printed to the
console.

Q) Can we have an empty catch block?

While it is technically allowed to have an empty catch block, it is considered bad

practice because it suppresses the exception and makes debugging difficult. It is
recommended to log or print the exception message at the very least.

Q) Provide some Java Exception Handling Best Practices?

Use specific exceptions: Catch specific exceptions rather than using a generic
catch block.
Handle exceptions appropriately: Choose between handling exceptions locally or
propagating them.
Log exceptions: Always log exceptions or at least print the stack trace to aid in
debugging.
Avoid empty catch blocks: Empty catch blocks make it challenging to diagnose and
fix issues.
Use try-with-resources: Utilize the try-with-resources statement for automatic
resource management.
Define custom exceptions: Create custom exceptions for application-specific error
conditions.
Avoid catching Exception or Throwable: Be specific about the exceptions you catch
to avoid unintended consequences.
Handle exceptions in the right layer: Handle exceptions at the appropriate layer of
your application.
Validate inputs: Validate inputs to prevent common runtime exceptions.
Consider exception chaining: Use exception chaining to preserve information about
the original exception.
What is the problem with below programs and how do we fix it?
How the exceptions are handled in java? OR Explain exception handling mechanism in
java?
What is the difference between error and exception in java?
Can we keep other statements in between try, catch and finally blocks?
Can we write only try block without catch and finally blocks?
What is unreachable catch block error
Explain the hierarchy of exceptions in java?
What are run time exceptions in java. Give example?
hat is OutOfMemoryError in java
what are checked and unchecked exceptions in java?
What is the difference between ClassNotFoundException and NoClassDefFoundError in
java?
Does finally block get executed If either try or catch blocks are returning the
control?
Can we throw an exception manually? If yes, how?
What is Re-throwing an exception in java?
What is the use of throws keyword in java?

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Q) What is the problem with the below programs, and how do we fix it?

You haven't provided any specific code. Please provide the code you want assistance
with, and I'll be happy to help identify and address any issues.

Q) How are exceptions handled in Java? OR Explain the exception handling mechanism
in Java?

In Java, exceptions are handled through a combination of the try, catch, finally,
and throw keywords.

try: Encloses the block of code that may throw an exception.

catch: Catches and handles exceptions thrown in the try block.
finally: Contains code that is always executed, whether an exception is thrown or
not.
throw: Explicitly throws an exception.
throws: Declares that a method may throw one or more exceptions.
Exception handling ensures that the program does not terminate abruptly and allows
for a graceful recovery or termination.

Q) What is the difference between error and exception in Java?

Exception: Represents exceptional conditions that a well-behaved Java application

should catch and handle. Exceptions are events that occur in a program due to user
errors, system errors, or logical errors.

Error: Represents serious issues that are typically beyond the control of the
application. Errors are often caused by external factors, and the application
usually cannot recover from them. Examples include OutOfMemoryError and
StackOverflowError.

Q) Can we keep other statements in between try, catch, and finally blocks?

Yes, you can have other statements between try, catch, and finally blocks.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
System.out.println("Inside try block");
} catch (Exception e) {
// Exception handling
System.out.println("Caught an exception");
} finally {
// Code in the finally block
System.out.println("Inside finally block");
}
Q) Can we write only the try block without catch and finally blocks?
Yes, it is valid to have only the try block without catch and finally blocks.
However, it is common to have either a catch block or a finally block (or both) to
handle exceptions or perform cleanup operations.

Q) What is an unreachable catch block error?

An "unreachable catch block" error occurs when a catch block is written for an
exception type that cannot be thrown by the corresponding try block. This can
happen if the catch block is for a checked exception that is not thrown by the try
block.

Q) Explain the hierarchy of exceptions in Java?

The hierarchy of exceptions in Java is based on the Throwable class. The main
branches are:

Error: Represents serious errors that are beyond the control of the application.

Exception: Represents exceptional conditions that a well-behaved Java application

should catch and handle.

RuntimeException: Represents exceptions that can be caught during runtime and are
not mandatory to be caught or declared.

Checked Exceptions: Subclass of Exception that must be either caught or declared

using the throws clause.

Q) What are runtime exceptions in Java? Give an example?

Runtime exceptions, also known as unchecked exceptions, are exceptions that occur
at runtime and are not required to be caught or declared. Examples include
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, and ArithmeticException.

Example:

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public class Example {
public static void main(String[] args) {
int result = 5 / 0; // ArithmeticException: / by zero
}
}
Q) What is OutOfMemoryError in Java?

OutOfMemoryError is a subclass of Error and occurs when the Java Virtual Machine
(JVM) cannot allocate more memory for an object. It indicates that the application
has exhausted the available heap space.

Q) What are checked and unchecked exceptions in Java?

Checked Exceptions: Subclass of Exception that must be either caught or declared

using the throws clause. Examples include IOException, ClassNotFoundException, etc.

Unchecked Exceptions (RuntimeException): Exceptions that are not checked at

compile-time, and it is not mandatory to catch or declare them. Examples include
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, etc.

Q) What is the difference between ClassNotFoundException and NoClassDefFoundError

in Java?
ClassNotFoundException: Occurs when the class loader cannot find a class during
runtime, usually due to a missing class file or incorrect classpath.

NoClassDefFoundError: Occurs when the class was present during compilation but not
found during runtime. It indicates that the class was available during compilation
but is missing at runtime.

Q) Does the finally block get executed if either try or catch blocks are returning
control?

Yes, the finally block is guaranteed to be executed regardless of whether control

is returned from the try block or any catch block.

Q) Can we throw an exception manually? If yes, how?

Yes, you can throw an exception manually using the throw keyword. You can throw an
instance of any class that is a subclass of Throwable.

Example:

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public class Example {
public static void main(String[] args) {
throw new RuntimeException("This is a manually thrown exception");
}
}
Q) What is Re-throwing an exception in Java?

Re-throwing an exception is the act of catching an exception in a catch block and

then throwing the same exception or another exception. It is often used when
additional processing or logging is needed before propagating the exception to
higher levels.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
// Additional processing
throw e; // Re-throwing the caught exception
}
Q) What is the use of the throws keyword in Java?

The throws keyword is used in the method signature to declare that a method may
throw one or more exceptions. It informs the caller of the method about the
exceptions that need to be handled or propagated. The caller can choose to catch
the declared exceptions or use the throws clause to pass the responsibility to
higher levels.

Example:

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void myMethod() throws IOException, InterruptedException {
// Method code
}
What is the difference between final, finally and finalize in java?
How do you create customized exceptions in java
What is ClassCastException in java?
What is StackOverflowError in java?
What are chained exceptions in java?
Give some examples to checked exceptions?
What is the use of printStackTrace() method?
How does exception handling work in Java?
What are exception handling keywords in Java?
What is the purpose of the throw and throws keywords?
How can you handle an exception?
Explain the Java exception hierarchy.
How can you catch multiple exceptions?
What is the difference between checked and unchecked exceptions in Java?
What is the difference between throw and throws keyword in Java?

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Q) What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

final: It is a keyword used to declare constants, make classes not extendable, and
prevent method overriding.

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final int MAX_VALUE = 100;
final class MyClass { /* Class code */ }
final void myMethod() { /* Method code */ }
finally: It is a block used in exception handling. The code within the finally
block is guaranteed to be executed, whether an exception is thrown or not.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
// Exception handling
} finally {
// Code that will be executed regardless of an exception
}
finalize: It is a method in the Object class. It is called by the garbage collector
before reclaiming an object's memory. It is not recommended to rely on finalize for
resource cleanup.

Example:

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protected void finalize() throws Throwable {
// Code for finalization
}
Q) How do you create customized exceptions in Java?
To create a customized exception in Java, you need to extend the Exception class
(or one of its subclasses) or implement the Throwable interface.

Example:

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public class CustomException extends Exception {
public CustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}
You can then throw and catch instances of this custom exception in your code.

Q) What is ClassCastException in Java?

ClassCastException occurs when there is an attempt to cast an object to a class of

which it is not an instance. It commonly happens in situations where the actual
runtime type of an object is not compatible with the type it is being cast to.

Example:

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Object obj = "Hello";
Integer num = (Integer) obj; // ClassCastException
Q) What is StackOverflowError in Java?

StackOverflowError occurs when the call stack overflows due to excessive method
recursion. Each method call consumes a certain amount of stack space, and when the
stack is full, a StackOverflowError is thrown.

Example:

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public class Example {
public static void recursiveMethod() {
recursiveMethod();
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

recursiveMethod(); // StackOverflowError
}
}
Q) What are chained exceptions in Java?

Chained exceptions allow you to associate one exception with another. This is
useful when you want to provide more information about the cause of an exception.
You can use the initCause() method to set the cause of an exception.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (IOException e) {
RuntimeException myException = new RuntimeException("Custom exception
message");
myException.initCause(e);
throw myException;
}
Q) Give some examples of checked exceptions?

Checked exceptions in Java include:

IOException
ClassNotFoundException
SQLException
These exceptions must be either caught or declared using the throws clause.

Q) What is the use of printStackTrace() method?

The printStackTrace() method is used to print the stack trace of an exception to

the standard error stream. It helps in debugging by providing information about the
sequence of method calls that led to the exception.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
Q) How does exception handling work in Java?

In Java, exception handling is done using the try, catch, finally, throw, and
throws keywords. The try block encloses the code that may throw an exception, the
catch block catches and handles exceptions, and the finally block contains code
that is always executed, whether an exception is thrown or not.

Q) What are exception handling keywords in Java?

The main exception handling keywords in Java are:

try
catch
finally
throw
throws
These keywords are used to handle and propagate exceptions.

Q) What is the purpose of the throw and throws keywords?

throw: It is used to explicitly throw an exception. It is followed by an instance

of Throwable (usually an exception object).

Example:

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throw new IllegalArgumentException("Invalid argument");
throws: It is used in the method signature to declare that a method may throw one
or more exceptions. It specifies the types of exceptions that a method can throw.
Example:

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void myMethod() throws IOException, InterruptedException {
// Method code
}
Q) How can you handle an exception?

Exceptions can be handled using the try-catch block. The try block contains the
code that may throw an exception, and the catch block catches and handles the
exception.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
// Exception handling
}
Q) Explain the Java exception hierarchy.

The Java exception hierarchy is based on the Throwable class and has two main
branches:

Error: Represents serious errors that are beyond the control of the application.

Exception: Represents exceptional conditions that a well-behaved Java application

should catch and handle.

RuntimeException: Represents exceptions that can be caught during runtime and are
not mandatory to be caught or declared.

Checked Exceptions: Subclass of Exception that must be either caught or declared

using the throws clause.

Q) How can you catch multiple exceptions?

Multiple exceptions can be caught using a multi-catch block introduced in Java 7.

In a multi-catch block, you can catch multiple exception types in a single catch
block.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw multiple exceptions
} catch (IOException | SQLException e) {
// Common exception handling for IOException and SQLException
}
Q) What is the difference between checked and unchecked exceptions in Java?

Checked Exceptions: Subclass of Exception that must be either caught or declared

using the throws clause. Examples include IOException, ClassNotFoundException, etc.

Unchecked Exceptions (RuntimeException): Exceptions that are not checked at

compile-time, and it is not mandatory to catch or declare them. Examples include
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, etc.

Q) What is the difference between throw and throws keyword in Java?

throw: Used to explicitly throw an exception. It is followed by an instance of

Throwable (usually an exception object).

Example:

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throw new IllegalArgumentException("Invalid argument");
throws: Used in the method signature to declare that a method may throw one or more
exceptions. It specifies the types of exceptions that a method can throw.

Example:

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void myMethod() throws IOException, InterruptedException {
// Method code
}
What is the difference between an exception and error?
What is the OutOfMemoryError in Java?
What are chained exceptions in Java?
How do you write a custom exception in Java?
What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?
What happens when an exception is thrown by the main method?
What is a try-with-resources statement?
What is a stacktrace and how does it relate to an exception?
What are the advantages of Java exceptions?
Can you throw any exception inside a lambda expression’s body?
What are the rules that we need to follow when overriding a method that throws an
exception?
What are some of the exception handling best practices?

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Q) What is the difference between an exception and error?

Exception: Exceptions are events that occur during the execution of a program that
disrupt the normal flow of instructions. Exceptions in Java are represented by
objects derived from the Throwable class. Exceptions can be caught and handled.

Error: Errors are abnormal conditions that occur at runtime and are typically not
recoverable. Errors are represented by objects of the Error class or its
subclasses. Errors often indicate serious problems that cannot be handled by the
application.

Q) What is the OutOfMemoryError in Java?

OutOfMemoryError is a runtime error that occurs when the Java Virtual Machine (JVM)
cannot allocate more memory for an object. It indicates that the application has
exhausted the available heap space. Common subtypes include
java.lang.OutOfMemoryError: Java heap space and java.lang.OutOfMemoryError: PermGen
space.
Q) What are chained exceptions in Java?

Chained exceptions allow you to associate one exception with another. This is
useful when you want to provide more information about the cause of an exception.
You can use the initCause() method to set the cause of an exception.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (IOException e) {
RuntimeException myException = new RuntimeException("Custom exception
message");
myException.initCause(e);
throw myException;
}
Q) How do you write a custom exception in Java?

To create a custom exception in Java, you need to extend the Exception class (or
one of its subclasses) or implement the Throwable interface.

Example:

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public class CustomException extends Exception {
public CustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}
You can then throw and catch instances of this custom exception in your code.

Q) What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

final: It is a keyword used to declare constants, make classes not extendable, and
prevent method overriding.

finally: It is a block used in exception handling. The code within the finally
block is guaranteed to be executed, whether an exception is thrown or not.

finalize: It is a method in the Object class. It is called by the garbage collector

before reclaiming an object's memory. It is not recommended to rely on finalize for
resource cleanup.

Q) What happens when an exception is thrown by the main method?

If an unhandled exception is thrown by the main method, the program terminates, and
an error message containing information about the exception is printed to the
console.

Q) What is a try-with-resources statement?

The try-with-resources statement is used for automatic resource management in Java.

It ensures that each resource declared within the parentheses of the statement is
closed properly, regardless of whether an exception is thrown. Resources that are
eligible for use with try-with-resources must implement the AutoCloseable or
Closeable interface.
Example:

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try (FileReader fr = new FileReader("example.txt");
BufferedReader br = new BufferedReader(fr)) {
// Code that uses FileReader and BufferedReader
} catch (IOException e) {
// Exception handling
}
Q) What is a stack trace, and how does it relate to an exception?

A stack trace is a list of method calls that shows the sequence of invocations that
led to the point where the exception occurred. It includes the names of the
methods, line numbers, and class names involved in the call stack. The stack trace
is printed when an exception is thrown, helping developers identify the source of
the error.

Q) What are the advantages of Java exceptions?

Separation of Concerns: Exceptions separate the normal flow of program execution

from error-handling code, making the code cleaner and more readable.

Propagation of Errors: Exceptions can be propagated up the call stack, allowing

errors to be handled at an appropriate level.

Graceful Termination: Exceptions allow for graceful termination of the program,

preventing abrupt crashes.

Runtime Error Detection: Checked exceptions force developers to handle potential

errors at compile-time, reducing the likelihood of runtime errors.

Q) Can you throw any exception inside a lambda expression’s body?

Lambda expressions can throw exceptions, but the exceptions must be compatible with
the functional interface's throws clause. If the functional interface does not
declare any checked exceptions, lambda expressions can throw unchecked exceptions.

Example:

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@FunctionalInterface
interface MyFunctionalInterface {
void myMethod() throws MyCustomException;
}

MyFunctionalInterface myLambda = () -> {

throw new MyCustomException("Custom exception in lambda");
};
Q) What are the rules that we need to follow when overriding a method that throws
an exception?

When overriding a method that throws an exception, the rules include:

The overridden method can declare the same exception types as the parent method or
its subtypes.
The overridden method can declare fewer exception types (subtypes of the parent
exception types).
The overridden method cannot declare new or broader checked exception types in its
throws clause.
Q) What are some of the exception handling best practices?

Use Specific Exceptions: Catch specific exceptions rather than using a generic
catch block.
Log Exceptions: Always log exceptions or at least print the stack trace to aid in
debugging.
Avoid Empty Catch Blocks: Empty catch blocks make it challenging to diagnose and
fix issues.
Handle Exceptions at the Right Layer: Handle exceptions at the appropriate layer of
your application.
Use try-with-resources: Utilize the try-with-resources statement for automatic
resource management.
Define Custom Exceptions: Create custom exceptions for application-specific error
conditions.
Avoid Catching Exception or Throwable: Be specific about the exceptions you catch
to avoid unintended consequences.
Validate Inputs: Validate inputs to prevent common runtime exceptions.
Consider Exception Chaining: Use exception chaining to preserve information about
the original exception.
Use Checked Exceptions Wisely: Avoid excessive use of checked exceptions; prefer
unchecked exceptions for recoverable errors.
How garbage collector knows that the object is not in use and needs to be removed?
Can Java thread object invoke start method twice?
Give the list of Java Object class methods.
Can we call servlet destory() from service()?
Can we override static method?
Can you list serialization methods?
What is the difference between super() and this()?
How to prevent a method from being overridden?
Can we create abstract classes without any abstract methods?
How to destroy the session in servlets?
Can we have static methods in interface?
What is transient variable?
Incase, there is a return at the end of try block, will execute finally block?
What is abstract class or abstract method?
What is default value of a boolean?
When to use LinkedList or ArrayList?
What is daemon thread?
Does each thread in java uses seperate stack?
What is the difference between Enumeration and Iterator?
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Q) How does the garbage collector know that the object is not in use and needs to
be removed?

The garbage collector identifies objects that are no longer reachable by tracing
the object references. It starts from a set of root objects (such as local
variables, static variables, and active threads) and follows references to other
objects. Objects that cannot be reached from any root are considered unreachable
and are eligible for garbage collection. Java's garbage collector uses various
algorithms, such as the Mark-and-Sweep algorithm, to identify and reclaim memory
occupied by unreachable objects.
Q) Can a Java thread object invoke the start method twice?

No, a Java thread object cannot invoke the start method twice. Attempting to do so
will result in an IllegalThreadStateException. Once a thread has been started, it
cannot be started again. To restart a thread, you need to create a new thread
object.

Q) Give the list of Java Object class methods.

Some of the commonly used methods from the Object class are:

toString()
equals(Object obj)
hashCode()
getClass()
notify()
notifyAll()
wait()
finalize()
Q) Can we call the destroy() method of a servlet from service()?

Yes, you can call the destroy() method of a servlet from the service() method.
However, it is not a common or recommended practice. The destroy() method is
typically called by the servlet container when it decides to unload the servlet.
Manually calling destroy() from service() may lead to unexpected behavior.

Q) Can we override a static method?

No, static methods in Java cannot be overridden. They are associated with the class
itself rather than with instances of the class. Inheritance and polymorphism do not
apply to static methods. If a subclass declares a static method with the same
signature as a static method in its superclass, it hides the superclass method
rather than overriding it.

Q) Can you list serialization methods?

In Java, the Serializable interface does not declare any methods. It is a marker
interface that indicates that a class can be serialized. However, the serialization
process involves two special methods that can be implemented in the serialized
class:

private void writeObject(ObjectOutputStream out) throws IOException: Used to

customize the process of writing the object to the stream.

private void readObject(ObjectInputStream in) throws IOException,

ClassNotFoundException: Used to customize the process of reading the object from
the stream.

Q) What is the difference between super() and this()?

super(): It is used to invoke the constructor of the superclass. It must be the

first statement in the constructor if used.

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super();
this(): It is used to invoke the constructor of the same class. It must also be the
first statement in the constructor if used.

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this();
Q) How to prevent a method from being overridden?

To prevent a method from being overridden, declare it as final in the superclass.

The final keyword indicates that the method cannot be overridden by subclasses.

Example:

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public class MyClass {
public final void myFinalMethod() {
// Method implementation
}
}
Q) Can we create abstract classes without any abstract methods?

Yes, we can create abstract classes without any abstract methods. An abstract class
may have regular (non-abstract) methods, instance variables, and constructors. The
presence of at least one abstract method is not mandatory for a class to be
declared as abstract.

Q) How to destroy the session in servlets?

To destroy a session in servlets, you can use the invalidate() method provided by
the HttpSession interface. The invalidate() method removes all the attributes and
marks the session as invalid.

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HttpSession session = request.getSession();
session.invalidate();
Q) Can we have static methods in an interface?

Yes, starting from Java 8, interfaces can have static methods. These methods are
declared using the static keyword and can be called on the interface itself,
without creating an instance of the interface.

Example:

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public interface MyInterface {
static void myStaticMethod() {
// Static method implementation
}
}

// Call the static method

MyInterface.myStaticMethod();
Q) What is a transient variable?
In Java, the transient keyword is used to indicate that a variable should not be
serialized during object serialization. When an object is serialized, transient
variables are not included in the serialization process. They are typically used
for sensitive information or temporary data that should not be persisted.

Q) If there is a return at the end of the try block, will the finally block
execute?

Yes, the finally block will execute even if there is a return statement at the end
of the try block. The finally block is used for cleanup and is guaranteed to be
executed regardless of how the try block is exited (whether by normal completion,
an exception, or a return statement).

Q) What is an abstract class or abstract method?

Abstract Class: An abstract class in Java is a class that cannot be instantiated on

its own. It may contain abstract methods (methods without a body) and concrete
methods. Abstract classes are typically used as base classes for other classes.
Example:

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public abstract class MyAbstractClass {
public abstract void myAbstractMethod();

public void myConcreteMethod() {

// Method implementation
}
}
Abstract Method: An abstract method is a method declared without a body. It is
marked with the abstract keyword and must be implemented by any concrete subclass.
Example:

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public abstract class MyAbstractClass {
public abstract void myAbstractMethod();
}
Q) What is the default value of a boolean?

The default value of a boolean in Java is false. When a boolean variable is

declared but not explicitly initialized, it is automatically assigned the default
value of false.

Q) When to use LinkedList or ArrayList?

ArrayList: Use ArrayList when you need fast random access to elements and the list
size does not change frequently. ArrayList is implemented as a dynamic array.

LinkedList: Use LinkedList when you need fast insertion and deletion of elements,
especially in the middle of the list. LinkedList is implemented as a doubly-linked
list.

Q) What is a daemon thread?

A daemon thread in Java is a thread that runs in the background, providing services
to other threads. A daemon thread does not prevent the Java Virtual Machine (JVM)
from exiting when all non-daemon threads have completed their execution.
Example:

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Thread daemonThread = new Thread(() -> {
// Daemon thread code
});
daemonThread.setDaemon(true);
daemonThread.start();
Q) Does each thread in Java use a separate stack?

Yes, each thread in Java has its own separate stack. The stack is used to store
local variables, method call information, and partial results. Having a separate
stack for each thread allows threads to have independent execution paths and
prevents interference between threads.

Q) What is the difference between Enumeration and Iterator?

Enumeration is an older interface that is part of the legacy collection framework,

introduced in Java 1.0.
Iterator is a newer and more powerful interface introduced in Java 1.2 as part of
the Java Collections Framework.
Differences:

Enumeration can be used to traverse elements in legacy collections like Vector and
Hashtable.
Iterator is a more universal interface that can be used with any collection
implementing the Iterable interface.
Iterator has additional methods like remove(), and it supports the foreach loop
introduced in Java 5.
Q) Find out the switch statement output.

To provide the output for a switch statement, I would need the specific switch
statement code or scenario. If you have a particular switch statement in mind,
please provide the code, and I can explain the expected output.

Does system.exit() in try block executes finally block?

What is fail-fast in java?
What is final, finally and finalize?
In java, are true and false keywords?
What are the different session tracking methods?
What is the purpose of garbage collection?
What are the types of ResultSet?
What is difference between wait and sleep methods in java?
What is servlet context?
What happens if one of the members in a class does not implement Serializable
interface?
What is race condition?
How to get current time in milli seconds?
How can you convert Map to List?
What is strictfp keyword?
What is System.out in Java?
What is difference between ServletOuptputStream and PrintWriter?
What is java static import?
When to use String and StringBuffer?
What is difference between StringBuffer and StringBuilder?
What is wrapper class in java?
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Q) Does System.exit() in a try block execute the finally block?

No, the finally block will not be executed if System.exit() is called within a try
block. The System.exit() method terminates the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) and does
not allow further execution of the program, bypassing the finally block. If there
is a need for cleanup or finalization, it's better to handle it outside the try
block or before calling System.exit().

Q) What is fail-fast in Java?

Fail-fast in Java refers to the immediate detection of errors or invalid conditions

during runtime. Fail-fast mechanisms are designed to catch problems early in the
execution of a program, making it easier to identify and fix issues. In the context
of collections, a fail-fast iterator detects changes made to the underlying
collection while iterating, and it throws a ConcurrentModificationException to
indicate the inconsistency.

Q) What is final, finally, and finalize?

final: It is a keyword in Java that can be applied to classes, methods, and

variables. When applied to a class, it indicates that the class cannot be
subclassed. When applied to a method, it indicates that the method cannot be
overridden. When applied to a variable, it indicates that the variable's value
cannot be changed.

finally: It is a block in exception handling that contains code that will be

executed regardless of whether an exception is thrown or not. It is used for
cleanup operations.

finalize: It is a method in the Object class that is called by the garbage

collector before an object is reclaimed. However, it is not recommended to rely on
finalize for resource cleanup, and it has been deprecated in recent Java versions.

Q) In Java, are true and false keywords?

In Java, true and false are literals representing the boolean values true and
false. They are not keywords, but rather reserved words in the language.

Q) What are the different session tracking methods?

Session tracking in Java web applications involves keeping track of a user's

session across multiple requests. Different session tracking methods include:

Cookies: Information is stored on the client's machine in the form of cookies.

URL Rewriting: Session information is encoded in URLs and passed between pages.

Hidden Form Fields: Session information is stored in HTML forms as hidden fields.

HttpSession: Server-side session management using the HttpSession object.

URL Encoding: Session information is appended to URLs.

SSL Sessions: Session information is stored on the server using SSL/TLS.

Q) What is the purpose of garbage collection?

The purpose of garbage collection in Java is to automatically reclaim memory
occupied by objects that are no longer reachable or in use by the program. Garbage
collection helps prevent memory leaks and allows developers to focus on writing
application logic rather than managing memory manually. The Java Virtual Machine
(JVM) is responsible for running the garbage collector to identify and remove
unreferenced objects.

Q) What are the types of ResultSet?

In Java, the ResultSet interface is used to retrieve and manipulate data from a
database. There are three types of ResultSet:

TYPE_FORWARD_ONLY: The default type. It allows traversal of the result set in the
forward direction only.

TYPE_SCROLL_INSENSITIVE: It allows traversal of the result set in any direction.

Changes made to the underlying data do not affect the result set.

TYPE_SCROLL_SENSITIVE: It allows traversal of the result set in any direction.

Changes made to the underlying data are reflected in the result set.

Q) What is the difference between wait and sleep methods in Java?

wait: The wait method is a method of the Object class and is used for inter-thread
communication. It is used in conjunction with notify and notifyAll methods to
coordinate the execution of multiple threads.

sleep: The sleep method is a static method of the Thread class and is used to pause
the execution of the current thread for a specified duration. It does not release
the monitor lock.

Q) What is ServletContext?

ServletContext is an interface in Java Servlet API that represents the entire web
application and provides a mechanism for communication between servlets. It allows
servlets to share information, such as attributes, across the entire application.
The ServletContext is created by the web container at the time of deploying the web
application.

Q) What happens if one of the members in a class does not implement the
Serializable interface?

If one of the members (instance variables) in a class does not implement the
Serializable interface, and an attempt is made to serialize an object of that
class, a NotSerializableException will be thrown. All members of a class, including
those inherited from superclasses, need to implement Serializable for the entire
object to be serializable.

Q) What is a race condition?

A race condition occurs in a concurrent program when the behavior of the program
depends on the relative timing of events, such as the order in which threads are
scheduled to run. It can lead to unpredictable and unintended results, as multiple
threads may access shared resources concurrently, resulting in unexpected
interactions.

Q) How to get the current time in milliseconds?

In Java, you can get the current time in milliseconds using the
System.currentTimeMillis() method. This method returns the current time in
milliseconds since the epoch (January 1, 1970).

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Q) How can you convert Map to List?

You can convert a Map to a List by using the ArrayList constructor that takes a
Collection as an argument. You can pass the Map's values() or entrySet() to create
a list of values or entries.

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Map<String, Integer> map = new HashMap<>();
// Populate the map

// Convert Map values to List

List<Integer> valuesList = new ArrayList<>(map.values());

// Convert Map entries to List

List<Map.Entry<String, Integer>> entriesList = new ArrayList<>(map.entrySet());
Q) What is strictfp keyword?

The strictfp keyword is used in Java to indicate that floating-point calculations

within a class or method must adhere to the IEEE 754 standard, ensuring consistent
results across different platforms. When a class or method is declared with
strictfp, the precision of floating-point calculations is guaranteed to be the same
regardless of the underlying platform.

Q) What is System.out in Java?

System.out is an instance of the PrintStream class in Java that represents the

standard output stream. It is used to print data to the console or other output
destinations. The System.out.println() method is commonly used to print a line of
text to the console.

Q) What is the difference between ServletOutputStream and PrintWriter?

ServletOutputStream: It is used to send binary data to the client, such as images

or files. It is obtained from the HttpServletResponse object.
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ServletOutputStream outputStream = response.getOutputStream();
PrintWriter: It is used to send character data to the client. It is obtained from
the HttpServletResponse object.
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Q) What is Java static import?
Java static import is a feature introduced in Java 5 that allows static members
(fields and methods) of a class to be imported directly into another class without
specifying the class name. It simplifies the code by avoiding the need to qualify
static members with the class name.

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public class MyClass {

public static void main(String[] args) {
double result = sqrt(25); // No need to use Math.sqrt
System.out.println(result);
}
}
Q) When to use String and StringBuffer?

Use String when the content is fixed and will not change frequently. String objects
are immutable, meaning their values cannot be modified after creation.
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String str = "Hello";
Use StringBuffer when the content is expected to change frequently. StringBuffer is
mutable and allows efficient modifications.
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StringBuffer buffer = new StringBuffer("Hello");
buffer.append(" World");
Q) What is the difference between StringBuffer and StringBuilder?

Both StringBuffer and StringBuilder are used to represent mutable sequences of

characters. The main difference is that StringBuffer is thread-safe (synchronized),
whereas StringBuilder is not. If thread safety is not a concern, StringBuilder is
generally preferred for better performance.

Q) What is a wrapper class in Java?

A wrapper class in Java is a class that provides a way to use primitive data types
(such as int, char, boolean, etc.) as objects. Each primitive data type has a
corresponding wrapper class in Java. Wrapper classes are part of the Java API and
are used in situations where objects are required, such as in collections and when
working with Java generics.

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Integer intObj = new Integer(42); // Wrapper class for int
Character charObj = new Character('A'); // Wrapper class for char
The commonly used wrapper classes are Integer, Double, Boolean, etc.

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Q) Is Iterator a Class?

Yes, Iterator is an interface in Java, not a class. It is part of the Java

Collections Framework and is used to traverse and manipulate the elements of a
collection. The Iterator interface provides methods like next(), hasNext(), and
remove() for iterating over a collection.

Q) What is Java Classpath?

The Java Classpath is a parameter that tells the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) or Java
compiler where to find user-defined classes and packages. It is a sequence of
directories, JAR files, and ZIP archives that Java uses to search for classes when
executing a program. Classpath can be set using the -classpath or -cp option while
compiling or running Java programs.

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Q) Can a class in Java be private?

No, a top-level class in Java cannot be declared as private. The access modifiers
applicable to top-level classes are public, default (package-private), and
abstract. Inner classes, on the other hand, can be declared as private.

Q) Is null a keyword in Java?

No, null is not a keyword in Java. It is a literal representing the absence of a

value or a null reference. The keyword null is not used to declare variables;
instead, it is used to assign a null value to an object reference.

Q) What is the initial state of a thread when it is started?

When a thread is started in Java, its initial state is "runnable." The start()
method is called on a thread to begin its execution, and the thread scheduler
determines when it will actually start running. Once started, the thread goes
through various states, including "running," "blocked," and "terminated."

Q) What is the superclass for Exception and Error?

The superclass for both Exception and Error in Java is Throwable. All exceptions
and errors in Java are subclasses of the Throwable class. The Throwable class
provides methods like getMessage() and printStackTrace() that are common to both
exceptions and errors.

Q) What is Class.forName()?

Class.forName() is a method in Java that is used to dynamically load and initialize

a class at runtime. It returns a Class object associated with the given class name.
This method is often used in scenarios where the class name is known only at
runtime, allowing for dynamic loading and instantiation.

Example:

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try {
Class<?> myClass = Class.forName("com.example.MyClass");
// Perform operations with the loaded class
} catch (ClassNotFoundException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
Q) Can an interface be final?

No, an interface in Java cannot be declared as final. The final keyword is not
applicable to interfaces. Interfaces are meant to be implemented by classes, and
their methods are meant to be overridden by implementing classes. Making an
interface final would contradict the concept of providing a contract for
implementation.

Q) What is the difference between exception and error?

An exception is a condition that occurs at runtime and disrupts the normal flow of
a program. Exceptions are typically recoverable, and they are represented by
classes derived from Exception.

An error is a condition that occurs at runtime and is typically not recoverable.

Errors represent severe problems that should not be caught or handled by the
program, as they may indicate serious issues with the JVM or the underlying system.

Q) What is the default value of local variables?

Local variables in Java do not have default values. They must be explicitly
initialized before they are used. Attempting to use an uninitialized local variable
will result in a compilation error.

Q) What is a local class in Java?

A local class in Java is a class that is defined within a block of code, such as a
method or a constructor. Local classes have access to the members of the enclosing
class and can also access local variables declared within the same block.

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public class MyClass {
public void myMethod() {
class LocalClass {
// Local class definition
}
// Code using local class
}
}
Q) Can we initialize uninitialized final variable?

A final variable in Java must be initialized exactly once, either at the time of
declaration or in the constructor. Once initialized, the value of a final variable
cannot be changed. If a final variable is uninitialized and an attempt is made to
use it without initialization, it will result in a compilation error.

Q) Can we declare an abstract method as final?

No, it is not possible to declare an abstract method as final in Java. The final
keyword is used to indicate that a method cannot be overridden in subclasses.
However, since abstract methods are meant to be overridden by subclasses, declaring
them as final would be contradictory.

Q) Can we have a finally block without a catch block?

Yes, it is possible to have a finally block without a preceding catch block in a

try-catch-finally structure. The finally block contains code that will be executed
regardless of whether an exception is thrown or not. It is commonly used for
cleanup operations, and it ensures that certain code is executed even if an
exception is caught or propagated.

Q) What is pass by value and pass by reference?

In Java, the terms "pass by value" and "pass by reference" refer to how arguments
are passed to methods:

Pass by Value: In Java, primitive data types (int, float, char, etc.) are passed by
value. This means that a copy of the actual value is passed to the method. Changes
made to the parameter inside the method do not affect the original value.
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void modifyValue(int x) {
x = 10; // Changes to x do not affect the original value
}
Pass by Reference: In Java, objects (instances of classes) are passed by value.
However, what is passed by value is the reference to the object, not the object
itself. Changes made to the object's state inside the method will affect the
original object.
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void modifyObject(StringBuilder str) {
str.append(" World"); // Changes to the object's state affect the original
object
}
Q) Can we declare the main method as private?

No, the main method in Java cannot be declared as private. The main method is the
entry point of a Java program, and it must be declared as public, static, and void.
It is the method that the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) looks for when starting the
execution of a Java program.

Q) What is the difference between preemptive scheduling and time slicing?

Preemptive Scheduling: In preemptive scheduling, the operating system can interrupt

a currently running process and allocate the CPU to another process. This ensures
fairness and allows higher-priority tasks to be executed even if a lower-priority
task is currently running.

Time Slicing: Time slicing is a technique used in multitasking systems where each
task is assigned a fixed time slot (time quantum) during which it can execute.
After the time quantum expires, the task is preempted, and the CPU is given to the
next task in the queue.

Q) Can non-static member classes (Local classes) have static members?

No, non-static member classes (also known as inner classes) in Java cannot declare
static members. Inner classes have an implicit reference to an instance of the
outer class, and they are associated with an instance rather than the class itself.
Static members belong to the class, not to instances, so they are not allowed in
non-static member classes.

Q) What environment variables do we need to set to run Java?

To run Java programs, the PATH environment variable should include the path to the
bin directory of the Java Development Kit (JDK). Additionally, the JAVA_HOME
environment variable should be set to the installation directory of the JDK.

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export JAVA_HOME=/path/to/jdk
Q) Can you serialize static fields of a class?

Yes, static fields of a class can be serialized, but they are not part of the
serialized form of an object. When an object is serialized, only the instance
variables (non-static fields) are serialized. Static fields belong to the class
itself, and their values are associated with the class, not with individual object
instances. When deserializing an object, the static fields will have their default
values in the new instance.

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What is the difference between the prefix and postfix forms of the increment(++)
operator?
What is hashCode?
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Q) What is the difference between declaring a variable and defining a variable?

Declaration: It involves specifying the data type and the name of the variable
without initializing its value. It informs the compiler that a variable with a
specific name and data type will be used in the program.
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int x; // Declaration of variable 'x'
Definition: It involves both declaring the variable and allocating memory for it.
The variable is given a specific memory location where its data can be stored.
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int x; // Declaration
x = 10; // Definition and initialization
In many cases, declaration and definition occur simultaneously in Java.

Q) Where can we use serialization?

Serialization in Java is used to convert an object into a byte stream, which can be
easily saved to a file, sent over a network, or stored in a database.
Deserialization is the process of reconstructing the object from the byte stream.
Serialization is commonly used in scenarios like:

Object Persistence: Saving the state of an object to a file or a database for

future retrieval.
Communication: Transmitting objects between applications over a network.
Caching: Storing objects in a serialized form for efficient retrieval.
Q) What modifiers are allowed for methods in an Interface?

In an interface in Java, methods are implicitly public and abstract. The only
modifiers allowed for methods in an interface are:

public: Access specifier indicating that the method is accessible from any class.
abstract: Indicates that the method does not have a body and must be implemented by
the implementing class.
Starting from Java 8, interfaces can have default and static methods, which allow
for method implementation within the interface itself.

Q) What is the purpose of Runtime and System class?

Runtime Class: The Runtime class in Java provides access to the Java runtime
environment. It allows the application to interface with the environment in which
the application is running. It includes methods for managing the execution
environment, executing processes, obtaining information about memory usage, and
more.

System Class: The System class in Java provides access to system resources and
standard input/output streams. It contains fields and methods for interacting with
the system, such as out for standard output, in for standard input, and err for
standard error. It also includes utility methods for managing properties, getting
the current time, and copying array elements.

Q) Which one is faster? ArrayList or Vector? Why?

ArrayList is generally faster than Vector in Java. The key differences are:

Synchronization: Vector is synchronized, meaning that all its methods are thread-
safe, which introduces a performance overhead. ArrayList is not synchronized by
default, making it faster in a single-threaded environment.

Growth Factor: Vector has a doubling growth factor, which means its capacity
doubles when it reaches its limit. ArrayList uses a 50% increment, making it more
memory-efficient when resizing.

In modern Java applications, where thread safety is not a requirement, ArrayList is

often preferred over Vector.

Q) What is the difference between static synchronized and synchronized methods?

static synchronized Method: When a method is declared as static synchronized, it

means that the method is synchronized at the class level. It uses the class's
monitor (associated with the Class object) to control access. Only one thread can
execute any static synchronized method of the class at a time.
Example:

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public class MyClass {
public static synchronized void staticSyncMethod() {
// Method code
}
}
synchronized Method: When a non-static method is declared as synchronized, it means
that the method is synchronized at the instance level. It uses the instance's
monitor (associated with the object) to control access. Only one thread can execute
any synchronized method of the object at a time.
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public class MyClass {
public synchronized void syncMethod() {
// Method code
}
}
Q) What is the order of catch blocks when catching more than one exception?

In Java, when catching multiple exceptions in a try-catch block, the order of catch
blocks matters. The catch blocks must be ordered from most specific to least
specific. If catch blocks are ordered in the opposite way, with the more general
exception types first, it will result in a compilation error.

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try {
// Code that may throw exceptions
} catch (IOException e) {
// Handle IOException
} catch (Exception e) {
// Handle more general exceptions
}
In this example, if the catch blocks were reversed, it would lead to a compilation
error.

Q) What is the difference between the prefix and postfix forms of the increment (+
+) operator?

Prefix (++i): Increments the value of i before its value is used in an expression.
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int i = 5;
int result = ++i; // i is incremented to 6 before being assigned to result
Postfix (i++): Increments the value of i after its current value is used in an
expression.
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int i = 5;
int result = i++; // i is assigned to result first, then incremented to 6
Q) What is hashCode?

hashCode is a method in Java that is used to get the hash code value of an object.
It returns a 32-bit signed integer that represents the hash code of the object. The
hash code is commonly used in hash-based data structures like hash tables to
quickly locate a data record given its search key.

Example:

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public class MyClass {
private int id;

// Getter, setter, and other methods

@Override
public int hashCode() {
return id; // A simple hash code implementation using the id field
}
}
Q) What is the difference between Hashtable and HashMap?

Synchronization: Hashtable is synchronized, making it thread-safe. HashMap is not

synchronized by default, but you can make it synchronized using
Collections.synchronizedMap().

Null Values: HashMap allows null values for both keys and values. Hashtable does
not allow null for either keys or values.

Performance: Due to synchronization, Hashtable may have slightly poorer performance

than HashMap in a single-threaded environment.

Q) What are the restrictions when overriding a method?

When overriding a method in Java, there are certain rules and restrictions to
follow:

The method in the subclass must have the same method signature (name, return type,
and parameters) as the method in the superclass.
The access level of the overriding method in the subclass cannot be more
restrictive than the access level of the overridden method in the superclass.
The overriding method cannot throw a broader range of exceptions than the
overridden method. It can throw the same exceptions or their subtypes.
The overriding method cannot be marked as static or final.
Q) What is the use of assert keyword?

The assert keyword in Java is used for testing purposes and is typically used to
check assumptions made by the programmer. It is a debugging aid that can be enabled
or disabled at runtime. If an assert statement evaluates to false during program
execution, an AssertionError is thrown.

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int value = -5;
assert value >= 0 : "Value must be non-negative"; // Assertion check
To enable assertions during program execution, the -ea (enable assertions) option
is used when running the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

Q) What is an adapter class?

An adapter class in Java is a class that provides an empty or default

implementation of an interface so that subclasses can selectively override only the
methods they need. It allows a class to implement an interface without providing
implementations for all the methods of that interface.

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// Adapter class for ActionListener interface
public class MyActionAdapter implements ActionListener {
@Override
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Default implementation, can be overridden in subclasses
}
}
Q) What is the difference between break, continue, and return statements?

break: It is used to terminate the loop or switch statement it is inside. It breaks

out of the innermost loop or terminates the switch statement.

continue: It is used to skip the rest of the code inside a loop for the current
iteration and proceed to the next iteration of the loop.

return: It is used to exit a method and return a value (if the method has a non-
void return type). It also terminates the execution of the current block of code.
These statements serve different purposes and are used in different contexts within
a program.

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Q) What is the difference between while and do-while statements?

while Statement: The while loop in Java is a pre-test loop, meaning the condition
is checked before entering the loop. If the condition is false initially, the loop
will not be executed at all.
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while (i < 5) {
System.out.println(i);
i++;
}
do-while Statement: The do-while loop is a post-test loop, meaning the condition is
checked after the loop body is executed. This ensures that the loop body is
executed at least once, even if the condition is false initially.
Example:

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do {
System.out.println(i);
i++;
} while (i < 5);
The primary difference is in when the loop condition is checked: before the loop
body (while) or after the loop body (do-while).

Q) When does the compiler provide the default constructor?

The Java compiler provides a default constructor for a class under the following
conditions:

If the class does not have any explicit constructors defined.

If the class does not extend any other class (directly or indirectly).
If the class does not implement any interfaces.
If a class meets these criteria, the compiler automatically generates a default
constructor, which is a no-argument constructor with an empty body.

Q) Difference between C++ and Java.

Here are some key differences between C++ and Java:

Memory Management:

C++: Manual memory management using new and delete keywords.

Java: Automatic memory management (garbage collection).
Platform Dependency:

C++: Platform-dependent (compiled to machine code).

Java: Platform-independent (compiled to bytecode, executed by the Java Virtual
Machine).
Multiple Inheritance:

C++: Supports multiple inheritance.

Java: Supports only single inheritance (via classes) but allows multiple
inheritance through interfaces.
Pointers:

C++: Supports pointers.

Java: No explicit pointers; references are managed internally.
Exception Handling:

C++: Uses try, catch, throw, and finally for exception handling.
Java: Uses try, catch, throw, and finally with a more structured approach to
exception handling.
Operator Overloading:

C++: Supports operator overloading.

Java: Does not support operator overloading.
Q) Usages of Java packages.

Java packages are used for:

Organizing Code: Packages help in organizing classes and interfaces into a

hierarchical structure, making code management easier.

Namespace Management: Packages provide a way to avoid naming conflicts by creating

a namespace for the classes and interfaces.

Access Control: Packages enable access control by using access modifiers (e.g.,
public, private) at the package level.

Encapsulation: Packages support encapsulation by grouping related classes and

hiding the implementation details.

Q) What is dynamic class loading?

Dynamic class loading in Java refers to the ability to load and use classes at
runtime, rather than at compile time. The Class.forName() method is commonly used
for dynamic class loading. It allows you to load a class by its fully qualified
name (including the package name) at runtime.

Example:

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try {
Class<?> dynamicClass = Class.forName("com.example.DynamicClass");
// Use dynamicClass to create instances or invoke methods dynamically
} catch (ClassNotFoundException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
Dynamic class loading is often used in scenarios where the classes to be loaded are
determined at runtime, such as when implementing plugins or extensions.

Q) What happens if you do not provide a constructor?

If you do not provide any constructors in a Java class, the compiler automatically
generates a default constructor for you. The default constructor is a no-argument
constructor with an empty body. This default constructor is implicitly present even
if you do not explicitly define any constructors in your class.

Example:

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public class MyClass {
// Compiler-generated default constructor
public MyClass() {
// Empty constructor body
}
}
If you provide any explicit constructor (with or without arguments), the compiler
does not generate the default constructor.

Q) Difference between shallow cloning and deep cloning of objects?

Shallow Cloning: Shallow cloning creates a new object and copies the contents of
the original object's fields to the new object. If the fields of the original
object include references to other objects, the references are copied, but the
referenced objects are not cloned. Both the original and cloned objects share
references to the same objects.

Deep Cloning: Deep cloning creates a new object and recursively clones all the
objects referenced by the original object. It creates copies of all the objects in
the object graph. As a result, the original and cloned objects are entirely
independent, and changes to one do not affect the other.

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// Shallow cloning using clone() method
MyObject clone = (MyObject) original.clone();

// Deep cloning using serialization (example)

ByteArrayOutputStream bos = new ByteArrayOutputStream();
ObjectOutputStream oos = new ObjectOutputStream(bos);
oos.writeObject(original);
ByteArrayInputStream bis = new ByteArrayInputStream(bos.toByteArray());
ObjectInputStream ois = new ObjectInputStream(bis);
MyObject deepClone = (MyObject) ois.readObject();
Q) Can we have interfaces with no defined methods in Java?

Yes, starting from Java 8, interfaces in Java can have methods with default
implementations and static methods. An interface with no abstract methods is known
as a "marker interface." Marker interfaces are used to indicate the capability or
property of a class without providing any specific method contracts.

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// Marker interface with no defined methods
public interface MarkerInterface {
}

// Implementing the marker interface

public class MyClass implements MarkerInterface {
// Class implementation
}
While marker interfaces were used before Java 8, the introduction of default
methods provided a more flexible way to define interfaces with some default
behavior.

Q) What is the difference between == and equals() method?

== Operator: It is used for reference comparison. It checks whether two references

point to the same object in memory.
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String str2 = new String("hello");
boolean result = (str1 == str2); // false (different objects in memory)
equals() Method: It is used for content or value comparison. The equals() method is
typically overridden in classes to provide a meaningful comparison based on the
content of objects.
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String str2 = new String("hello");
boolean result = str1.equals(str2); // true (same content)
The behavior of equals() depends on the implementation in the class. For some
classes (e.g., String), equals() is overridden to compare content.

Q) How can you create an immutable class in Java?

To create an immutable class in Java, follow these guidelines:

Make the class final: This prevents the class from being extended.
Make fields private and final: This ensures that the fields cannot be modified once
initialized.

Provide no setter methods: Do not provide methods that modify the state of the
object.

Initialize fields in the constructor: Set the values of fields in the constructor
and do not provide any methods to change these values.

Do not expose mutable objects: If the class contains references to mutable objects,
make sure not to expose them directly. Return defensive copies instead.

Example:

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public final class ImmutableClass {
private final int intValue;
private final String stringValue;

public ImmutableClass(int intValue, String stringValue) {

this.intValue = intValue;
this.stringValue = stringValue;
}

public int getIntValue() {

return intValue;
}

public String getStringValue() {

return stringValue;
}
}
Instances of the ImmutableClass cannot be modified once created, making the class
immutable.

Q) What are access modifiers?

Access modifiers in Java control the visibility and accessibility of classes,

fields, methods, and other members. There are four access modifiers in Java:

public: The member is accessible from any other class.

protected: The member is accessible within its own package and by subclasses.

default (no modifier): The member is accessible only within its own package.

private: The member is accessible only within its own class.

Access modifiers are used to implement encapsulation and control the level of
access to the members of a class.

Q) Can we have a private constructor in Java?

Yes, a private constructor is allowed in Java. A class with a private constructor

cannot be instantiated from outside the class. Private constructors are often used
in scenarios such as:

Creating a class with only static utility methods (no instances needed).
Implementing a singleton pattern, where only one instance of the class is allowed.
Example:

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public class MyClass {
private MyClass() {
// Private constructor
}

public static void doSomething() {

// Static utility method
}
}
In this example, MyClass cannot be instantiated, and the doSomething() method can
be called directly without creating an instance.

Q) Why do we need generics in Java?

Generics in Java provide a way to create classes, interfaces, and methods that
operate on different types without sacrificing type safety. Generics offer the
following benefits:

Type Safety: Generics enable compile-time type checking, reducing the chances of
runtime errors.

Code Reusability: Generics allow the creation of generic algorithms and data
structures that can work with different types.

Elimination of Type Casting: Generics eliminate the need for explicit type casting
as the type information is preserved.

Cleaner Code: Generics result in cleaner and more readable code by expressing the
intent of the code in a generic manner.

Example:

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// Without generics
List list = new ArrayList();
list.add("Hello");
String value = (String) list.get(0); // Explicit type casting

// With generics
List<String> genericList = new ArrayList<>();
genericList.add("Hello");
String genericValue = genericList.get(0); // No explicit type casting needed
Q) What is the difference between a product and a project?

Product: A product is a result or output of a development process that can be

delivered to customers or users. It is typically a tangible item, software
application, or service created to meet specific requirements. Products have a life
cycle that includes development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Project: A project is a temporary endeavor with a specific goal and defined scope.
It is a set of activities and tasks undertaken to create a unique product, service,
or result. Projects are characterized by a defined beginning and end, and they
involve the coordination of resources (time, cost, personnel) to achieve the
project objectives.

In summary, a product is the end result, while a project is the process or series
of activities undertaken to create that result.

Q) How does substring() method work on a string?

The substring() method in Java is used to extract a portion of a string. It has two
overloaded forms:

substring(int beginIndex): Returns a new string that is a substring of the original

string, starting from the specified beginIndex to the end of the original string.

substring(int beginIndex, int endIndex): Returns a new string that is a substring

of the original string, starting from the specified beginIndex (inclusive) to the
specified endIndex (exclusive).

Example:

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String original = "Hello, World";
String substring1 = original.substring(7); // "World"
String substring2 = original.substring(0, 5); // "Hello"
The substring() method does not modify the original string; it creates a new string
with the specified substring. The indices provided should be within the bounds of
the string, or an IndexOutOfBoundsException will be thrown.

Q) What is the difference between a Java Library and a framework?

Java Library: A library in Java is a collection of classes and methods that provide
reusable functionality to developers. Libraries are typically a set of pre-written
code that can be used for common tasks. Developers use libraries by including them
in their projects and calling the provided functions.

Example: Apache Commons Lang library provides utility classes for common operations
like string manipulation, array manipulation, etc.

Framework: A framework in Java is a more comprehensive and structured set of tools

and conventions that guide the development of an entire application. Frameworks
provide a skeleton or structure for building applications, and developers fill in
the details. Frameworks often enforce a specific architecture and provide features
such as inversion of control, aspect-oriented programming, and more.

Example: Spring Framework is a comprehensive framework for building Java-based

enterprise applications.

In summary, a library is a collection of code that provides specific functionality,

while a framework is a more comprehensive structure that guides the overall
application development process.

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