Copying objects is a common Java programming operation that has one serious trap. Here's how to avoid copying from an object reference and only copy the instance and values you want.

Reference objects aren't just useful when memory is at a premium; they can also be used to provide slick caching abilities to any application.

This post explains how to use classes in Java to build objects and organize your code. Also learn: constructors, static methods, and more!

Excessive object creation can be a huge problem in Java programs. Despite continuing improvements in JVM technology for memory management, the object creation and garbage collection cycle is still ...

Loitering Objects and Java Framework Design By Leonard Slipp February 5, 2001 ONE OF THE key objectives early in the design of Java was to create an environment that eliminated the memory management ...