Practice Basic Serialization Example (20.3) - Serialization and Deserialization

Practice: Basic Serialization Example

Lesson 20.3Serialization and Deserialization

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Question 1.
What does the Serializable interface signify in Java?
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Think about the process of serialization.
Question 2.
In the example, what is the purpose of the FileOutputStream?
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Consider what happens in file handling.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of the Serializable interface?
- To indicate that a class is eligible for serialization
- To store data in databases
- To handle exceptions
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Remember the context of data transfer.
4Question 4.
True or False: Deserialization is the process of converting an object into a byte stream.
- True
- False
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Remember the definitions of both processes.
Question 5.
Modify the provided Student class to include additional fields, such as email and age, and implement serialization. Discuss how these fields affect serialization.
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Consider object integrity during serialization.
Question 6.
Create a scenario where a serialized object's class structure changes after serialization. Explain the implications and how to handle deserialization.
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Think about how Java checks object versions during deserialization.

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