Practice Best Practices (24.11) - Reflection and Annotations

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Question 1.
What is Reflection in Java?
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Think about how we can inspect classes.
Question 2.
Give an example of a built-in Java Annotation.
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Consider what Annotations tell the compiler.
3Question 3.
What is a major disadvantage of excessive use of Reflection?
- Breaks encapsulation
- Increases performance
- Improves readability
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Think about the protective measures of OOP.
4Question 4.
True or False: Annotations should always be complex and feature-rich.
- True
- False
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Reflect on the principle of keeping things straightforward.
Question 5.
Create a custom Annotation to mark methods that require validation and explain how you would validate its usage in a project.
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Think about the role of annotation processors in ensuring code quality.
Question 6.
Analyze a situation where lack of proper documentation for Annotations has led to misunderstandings among team members.
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Reflect on the importance of communication and clarity in shared codebases.

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