1. Can we Overload run() Method?

Yes, the run() method can be overloaded in Java. However, when a thread is started with the
start() method, it only calls the default, no-argument run() method as defined in the
Runnable interface. Any overloaded versions of run() will not be invoked by the thread’s
start() method, but can be called directly like any other method.

2. What if We Do Not Override the run() Method?

If you don’t override the run() method in a thread class or when implementing Runnable,
the thread will have no specific actions to perform, as the default implementation of run() in
the Thread class does nothing. Therefore, the thread will start and end almost immediately.

3. Can We Override the start() Method?

Yes, the start() method can be overridden in a subclass of Thread. However, overriding
start() is generally discouraged, as it changes the standard behavior of threads. The
primary function of start() is to invoke the run() method on a separate call stack. If
overridden incorrectly, it can disrupt thread behavior and prevent run() from executing on a
new thread.

4. Define Polymorphism in Java

Polymorphism in Java is the ability of an object to take on many forms. It allows a single
method or interface to behave differently based on the object that calls or implements it.
Polymorphism is mainly of two types:

 Compile-time polymorphism (or method overloading) occurs when multiple

methods have the same name but different parameters.
 Run-time polymorphism (or method overriding) happens when a subclass has a
method with the same name and signature as in its superclass, allowing the subclass to
provide its own specific implementation.

5. Types of Threads in Java

Java threads can generally be categorized as:

 User Threads: These are high-priority threads that execute the main program logic.
They continue running until they finish their tasks or the program terminates them.
 Daemon Threads: These are low-priority threads that provide services to user threads
or perform background tasks. They automatically terminate when all user threads in
the application have completed execution.

6. Define Synchronization in Java

Synchronization in Java is a mechanism that ensures that only one thread can access a shared
resource at a time. It helps to prevent thread interference and data inconsistency when
multiple threads attempt to modify shared resources concurrently. Synchronization can be
achieved using:
  Synchronized Methods: Methods marked with the synchronized keyword, allowing
only one thread at a time to execute them.
 Synchronized Blocks: Specific blocks of code within methods can be synchronized
to control finer access.

7. Define Exception Handling in Java

Exception handling in Java is a way to manage runtime errors, ensuring that the normal flow
of an application is maintained. Java uses try, catch, finally, throw, and throws
constructs to handle exceptions:

 try: Encloses the code that might throw an exception.

 catch: Catches and handles specific exceptions.
 finally: Executes code regardless of whether an exception occurred.
 throw: Used to explicitly throw an exception.
 throws: Declares that a method might throw exceptions.

Identify the out put in this Java code class c { public void main( String[] args ) { System.out.println(
"Hello"+ args[0] ); } }.

This code has an error. The method main should be declared as public static void
main(String[] args) in order to be recognized as the entry point for execution in Java. Without
the static keyword, this method will not be called by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) as the main
method, resulting in a NoSuchMethodError: main at runtime.

Identify the out put in this Java code class String_demo{ public static void main(String args[]) { int
ascii[] = { 65, 66, 67, 68}; String s = new String(ascii, 1, 3); System.out.println(s); } }.

BCD

Explanation: new String(ascii, 1, 3); creates a String from the ascii array starting at
index 1 and takes 3 characters. The values at indices 1, 2, and 3 correspond to ASCII values 66, 67,
and 68, which represent B, C, and D.

Identify the out put in this Java code public class Main { public static void main(String[] args) { final
int x; x = 20; System.out.println("x = " + x); } }..

explanation: x is declared as final, meaning it can only be assigned once. The assignment x = 20;
is valid here since it's the first and only assignment to x.

Spot the mistake: try { String s = null; System.out.println(s.length()); } catch (NullPointerException

e) { System.out.println("Null Error"); }.

Explanation: s is null, so calling s.length() will throw a NullPointerException. This

exception is caught, and the message "Null Error" is printed.

Identify the flaw in this Java code: class CustomException extends Exception { } try { throw new
CustomException(); } catch (CustomException e) { System.out.println("Custom exception caught");
}.

This code will not compile. It has a compilation error due to the fact that any code using throw with
a checked exception (like CustomException, which extends Exception) must be enclosed in a
try-catch block or the method must declare it with throws. To fix this, wrap the code in a
method with throws CustomException, or place it in a main method as follows

Analyze the output of this code snippet: List list = new ArrayList<>(); list.add("Java");
list.add("Java"); System.out.println(list.get(1));

explanation: The ArrayList allows duplicate values. The same string "Java" is added twice, and
list.get(1) retrieves the second occurrence of "Java".

Purpose of the extends Keyword in Java

The extends keyword is used in Java for inheritance, allowing a class to inherit fields and
methods from another class (single inheritance) or an interface to inherit from another
interface. It’s used to establish a parent-child relationship, where the subclass can reuse or
override the behavior of its superclass.

2. Purpose of the implements Keyword in Java

The implements keyword is used to specify that a class implements one or more interfaces.
When a class implements an interface, it agrees to provide concrete implementations for all
the methods declared in that interface. This enables Java to achieve multiple inheritance of
type, as a class can implement multiple interfaces.

3. Differences Between a Class, Abstract Class, and Interface

Feature Class Abstract Class Interface

Instantiation Can be instantiated Cannot be instantiated Cannot be instantiated
Can have concrete Can have both concrete Only abstract methods (default
Methods
methods and abstract methods and static methods in Java 8+)
Constructors Can have constructors Can have constructors Cannot have constructors
Can be implemented by any
Can be extended by a
Inheritance Single inheritance class; multiple inheritance of
subclass
types
Can have variables Can have variables Only public static final
Fields
(non-final) (may be final) constants
General object- Base class for
Defines a contract for
Usage oriented subclasses with shared
implementing classes
programming behavior

4. Issue in the Code Snippet

class MyThread extends Thread {
public void run() {
wait();
}
}

Issue: The wait() method can only be called within a synchronized context. In this code,
there is no synchronization, so wait() will throw an IllegalMonitorStateException. To
fix this, wrap the wait() call inside a synchronized block, typically on this or another lock
object:

public void run() {

synchronized (this) {
wait();
}
}

5. Issue in the Code Snippet

java
List<Integer> numbers = Arrays.asList(1, 2, 3);
numbers.stream().map(n -> n * n).forEach(System.out::println);

Issue: There is no issue in this code snippet as it is. This code works correctly. It creates a list
of numbers, squares each number using the map function, and then prints each squared result.
The expected output will be:

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1
4
9

However, if your intention was to modify numbers directly, note that Arrays.asList creates
a fixed-size list, and you cannot add or remove elements from it.

6. Issue in the Code Snippet

java
String str = "abcde";
System.out.println(str.substring(1, 3));

Issue: There is no issue in this code snippet as it is. The code will correctly print the substring
of str starting from index 1 up to but not including index 3. The output will be:

bc

The substring(1, 3) method call is valid, as it retrieves characters from index 1 to 2

(indices in the range [1, 3)).

1. Inheritance in Java

Inheritance is a fundamental object-oriented concept that allows one class (subclass or

derived class) to acquire the properties and behaviors (fields and methods) of another class
(superclass or base class). Inheritance enables code reuse, polymorphism, and a hierarchical
classification structure.

Types of Inheritance in Java

Java supports the following types of inheritance:

  Single Inheritance: A class inherits from one superclass. This is the most common form.
 Multilevel Inheritance: A chain of inheritance where a class is derived from another derived
class.
 Hierarchical Inheritance: Multiple classes inherit from a single superclass.

Note: Java does not support multiple inheritance with classes (i.e., a class cannot inherit
from more than one class) to avoid ambiguity, but it can achieve multiple inheritance through
interfaces.

Example of Inheritance
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class Animal {
void eat() {
System.out.println("Animal eats");
}
}

class Dog extends Animal { // Dog inherits Animal

void bark() {
System.out.println("Dog barks");
}
}

public class TestInheritance {

public static void main(String[] args) {
Dog dog = new Dog();
dog.eat(); // Method inherited from Animal
dog.bark(); // Method of Dog
}
}

2.Abstract Class in Java

An abstract class in Java is a class that cannot be instantiated and may contain abstract
methods, which are methods without an implementation. Abstract classes are used to define
common behavior that subclasses can inherit and implement specifically.

Syntax for Abstract Class

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abstract class ClassName {
// Abstract method (no implementation)
abstract void methodName();

// Regular method
void regularMethod() {
System.out.println("Regular method in abstract class");
}
}

Example Program with Abstract Class

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abstract class Shape {
// Abstract method
abstract void draw();
 // Concrete method
void display() {
System.out.println("This is a shape.");
}
}

class Circle extends Shape {

// Implementing the abstract method
void draw() {
System.out.println("Drawing a circle");
}
}

public class TestAbstractClass {

public static void main(String[] args) {
Shape shape = new Circle(); // Polymorphic reference
shape.draw(); // Calls Circle's implementation
shape.display(); // Calls Shape's method
}
}

Output:

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Drawing a circle
This is a shape.

3. Life Cycle of a Thread

The thread lifecycle in Java includes the following states:

1. New: The thread is created but not yet started.

2. Runnable: The thread is ready to run and waiting for CPU time.
3. Blocked: The thread is waiting to acquire a lock or resource, or for some I/O operation to
complete.
4. Waiting: The thread is waiting indefinitely until another thread notifies it to continue.
5. Timed Waiting: The thread is waiting for a specific amount of time.
6. Terminated: The thread has completed its execution.

The start() method is used to initiate a thread’s lifecycle by calling its run() method.
During execution, the thread may move between states depending on synchronization and
scheduling conditions.

4. Exception in Java

An exception in Java is an unexpected event that disrupts the normal flow of a program.
Exceptions can be due to errors in code or external factors (e.g., file not found, network
issues). Java provides a robust framework to handle exceptions, ensuring that the program
can handle errors gracefully without crashing.
Types of Exceptions in Java

1. Checked Exceptions: Exceptions that are checked at compile-time, such as IOException,

SQLException.
2. Unchecked Exceptions: Exceptions that are checked at runtime, such as
NullPointerException, ArithmeticException.
3. Errors: These are serious problems that applications usually cannot recover from, such as
OutOfMemoryError, StackOverflowError.

Example of Exception Handling

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public class ExceptionExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 0; // This will cause ArithmeticException
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Cannot divide by zero");
} finally {
System.out.println("Execution finished");
}
}
}

Output:

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Cannot divide by zero
Execution finished

1.Uses of final and super Keywords with Respect to Inheritance

final Keyword

The final keyword in Java serves multiple purposes, especially concerning inheritance. It
restricts the user in various ways to ensure the integrity and intended behavior of classes,
methods, and variables.

 Final Class:
o Usage: Prevents a class from being subclassed.
o Purpose: To ensure that the implementation of the class cannot be altered through
inheritance.
o Example:

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public final class MathUtils {
// Class content
}

// Attempting to extend MathUtils will cause a compile-time

error
public class AdvancedMathUtils extends MathUtils { // Error
 // ...
}

 Final Method:
o Usage: Prevents a method from being overridden in subclasses.
o Purpose: To maintain consistent behavior across all subclasses.
o Example:

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public class Vehicle {
public final void startEngine() {
System.out.println("Engine started.");
}
}

public class Car extends Vehicle {

// Attempting to override startEngine() will cause a
compile-time error
public void startEngine() { // Error
System.out.println("Car engine started.");
}
}

 Final Variable:
o Usage: Declares constants that cannot be changed once initialized.
o Purpose: To create immutable variables.
o Example:

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public class Constants {
public static final double PI = 3.14159;
}

super Keyword

The super keyword in Java is used to refer to the immediate parent class object. It provides
access to the superclass's methods, constructors, and variables, facilitating code reuse and
clarity in inheritance hierarchies.

 Accessing Superclass Methods:

o Usage: Invoke a method from the superclass that has been overridden in the
subclass.
o Example:

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public class Animal {
public void makeSound() {
System.out.println("Animal sound");
}
}

public class Dog extends Animal {

@Override
 public void makeSound() {
super.makeSound(); // Calls Animal's makeSound()
System.out.println("Bark");
}
}

// Output:
// Animal sound
// Bark

 Accessing Superclass Constructors:

o Usage: Invoke the constructor of the superclass from the subclass constructor.
o Example:

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public class Person {
private String name;

public Person(String name) {

this.name = name;
}
}

public class Student extends Person {

private int studentId;

public Student(String name, int studentId) {

super(name); // Calls Person's constructor
this.studentId = studentId;
}
}

 Accessing Superclass Variables:

o Usage: Access hidden fields from the superclass.
o Example:

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public class Parent {
protected String message = "Hello from Parent";
}

public class Child extends Parent {

protected String message = "Hello from Child";

public void printMessages() {

System.out.println(message); // Outputs: Hello
from Child
System.out.println(super.message); // Outputs: Hello
from Parent
}
}
2. Levels of Access Protection Available for Packages

Java provides four primary access modifiers to control the visibility and accessibility of
classes, methods, and variables. These modifiers determine how classes within packages can
interact with each other.

1. public

 Visibility: Accessible from any other class in any package.

 Usage: When you want to expose classes, methods, or variables to all other parts of the
application.
 Example:

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package com.example.utils;

public class Utility {

public void performTask() {
// Task implementation
}
}

2. protected

 Visibility: Accessible within the same package and subclasses (even if they are in different
packages).
 Usage: When you want to allow access to subclasses and classes within the same package
but restrict access from other parts.
 Example:

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package com.example.base;

public class BaseClass {

protected void display() {
System.out.println("Protected display method");
}
}

3. Default (Package-Private)

 Visibility: Accessible only within the same package. This is the default access level when no
modifier is specified.
 Usage: When you want to restrict access to classes, methods, or variables to only within
their own package.
 Example:

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package com.example.internal;

class InternalClass { // No access modifier implies package-private

void internalMethod() {
 // Internal logic
}
}

4. private

 Visibility: Accessible only within the class it is declared. Not visible to any other class, even
within the same package.
 Usage: When you want to encapsulate data and restrict access strictly to the declaring class.
 Example:

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package com.example.secret;

public class SecretClass {

private int secretData;

private void secretMethod() {

// Secret logic
}
}

Summary Table
Access Modifier Class Package Subclass World

public Yes Yes Yes Yes

protected Yes Yes Yes No

Default Yes Yes No No

private Yes No No No

3. Methods Related to Thread: wait() and sleep()

Both wait() and sleep() are methods in Java that deal with thread synchronization and
control, but they serve different purposes and have distinct behaviors.

i) wait() Method

 Belongs to: java.lang.Object class.

 Purpose: Causes the current thread to wait until another thread invokes the notify() or
notifyAll() methods on the same object.
 Usage Context: Primarily used in inter-thread communication within synchronized blocks or
methods.
 Key Characteristics:
o Must be called from a synchronized context; otherwise, it throws
IllegalMonitorStateException.
o Releases the monitor (lock) on the object before waiting, allowing other threads to
acquire the lock.
o The thread remains in the waiting state until notified or interrupted.
 Example:
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public class WaitNotifyExample {
private final Object lock = new Object();

public void waitForSignal() {

synchronized (lock) {
try {
System.out.println("Thread waiting for signal...");
lock.wait();
System.out.println("Thread resumed.");
} catch (InterruptedException e) {
Thread.currentThread().interrupt();
}
}
}

public void sendSignal() {

synchronized (lock) {
System.out.println("Sending signal...");
lock.notify();
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

WaitNotifyExample example = new WaitNotifyExample();

Thread t1 = new Thread(example::waitForSignal);

Thread t2 = new Thread(example::sendSignal);

t1.start();
try {
Thread.sleep(1000); // Ensure t1 waits before t2 sends
the signal
} catch (InterruptedException e) {
Thread.currentThread().interrupt();
}
t2.start();
}
}

Output:

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Thread waiting for signal...
Sending signal...
Thread resumed.

ii) sleep() Method

 Belongs to: java.lang.Thread class.

 Purpose: Causes the current thread to pause execution for a specified period without
releasing any locks or monitors.
 Usage Context: Used to delay execution, simulate waiting, or throttle thread activity.
 Key Characteristics:
o Can be called from any context, whether synchronized or not.
o Does not release any locks held by the thread.
 o The thread automatically resumes after the specified sleep duration unless
interrupted.
 Example:

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public class SleepExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
Thread thread = new Thread(() -> {
try {
System.out.println("Thread sleeping for 2
seconds...");
Thread.sleep(2000);
System.out.println("Thread woke up.");
} catch (InterruptedException e) {
Thread.currentThread().interrupt();
}
});

thread.start();
}
}

Output:

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Thread sleeping for 2 seconds...
Thread woke up.

Key Differences Between wait() and sleep()

Feature wait() sleep()

Class Object Thread

Inter-thread communication
Purpose Pausing thread execution
(coordination)

Lock
Releases the lock when waiting Does not release any locks
Handling

Usage
Must be called within synchronized blocks Can be called anywhere
Context

Requires notify() or notifyAll() to Automatically resumes after sleep

Notification
resume duration

Throws InterruptedException if Throws InterruptedException if

Exception
interrupted interrupted
4. Hashtable Constructors in Java

The Hashtable class in Java is a part of the legacy collection framework and implements a
hash table, which maps keys to values. It is synchronized and does not allow null keys or
values. Below are the constructors available for Hashtable:

1. Hashtable()

 Description: Constructs a new, empty hashtable with a default initial capacity (11) and load
factor (0.75).
 Usage:

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Hashtable<Integer, String> hashtable = new Hashtable<>();

2. Hashtable(int initialCapacity)

 Description: Constructs a new, empty hashtable with the specified initial capacity and a
default load factor (0.75).
 Parameters:
o initialCapacity: the initial capacity of the hashtable.
 Usage:

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Hashtable<Integer, String> hashtable = new Hashtable<>(20);

3. Hashtable(int initialCapacity, float loadFactor)

 Description: Constructs a new, empty hashtable with the specified initial capacity and the
specified load factor.
 Parameters:
o initialCapacity: the initial capacity of the hashtable.
o loadFactor: the load factor for the hashtable.
 Usage:

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Hashtable<Integer, String> hashtable = new Hashtable<>(20, 0.5f);

4. Hashtable(Map<? extends K, ? extends V> t)

 Description: Constructs a new hashtable with the same mappings as the specified map. The
hashtable is created with an initial capacity sufficient to hold the mappings in the specified
map and the default load factor (0.75).
 Parameters:
o t: the map whose mappings are to be placed in the new hashtable.
 Usage:

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Map<Integer, String> map = new HashMap<>();
 map.put(1, "One");
map.put(2, "Two");

Hashtable<Integer, String> hashtable = new Hashtable<>(map);

Example of Using Hashtable Constructors

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import java.util.Hashtable;
import java.util.Map;
import java.util.HashMap;

public class HashtableConstructorsExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {
// Using default constructor
Hashtable<Integer, String> ht1 = new Hashtable<>();
ht1.put(1, "One");
ht1.put(2, "Two");
System.out.println("Hashtable 1: " + ht1);

// Using initialCapacity constructor

Hashtable<Integer, String> ht2 = new Hashtable<>(20);
ht2.put(3, "Three");
ht2.put(4, "Four");
System.out.println("Hashtable 2: " + ht2);

// Using initialCapacity and loadFactor constructor

Hashtable<Integer, String> ht3 = new Hashtable<>(20, 0.5f);
ht3.put(5, "Five");
ht3.put(6, "Six");
System.out.println("Hashtable 3: " + ht3);

// Using Map constructor

Map<Integer, String> map = new HashMap<>();
map.put(7, "Seven");
map.put(8, "Eight");
Hashtable<Integer, String> ht4 = new Hashtable<>(map);
System.out.println("Hashtable 4: " + ht4);
}
}

Purpose of Using Packages in Java

Packages in Java are namespaces that help organize classes and interfaces, making code
easier to manage, especially in large applications. They serve several purposes:

 Modular Organization: Packages group related classes, which keeps code organized
and manageable. For example, utility classes can be placed in a utils package,
business logic in a service package, etc.
 Namespace Management: Packages prevent naming conflicts by allowing the same
class names in different packages.
 Access Control: Packages help define visibility and accessibility of classes and
members. Using package-private and protected access levels, developers can control
which parts of code are exposed to other packages.
 Reusability and Maintenance: Organized code makes it easier to reuse and maintain.
For example, commonly used libraries like java.util can be reused across various
projects.
Example:

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package com.example.utils;

public class MathUtils {

public static int add(int a, int b) {
return a + b;
}
}

// Usage in another class

import com.example.utils.MathUtils;

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) {
System.out.println(MathUtils.add(2, 3)); // Outputs: 5
}
}

2. Purpose of super Keyword in Java

The super keyword is used to refer to the immediate superclass of a subclass. It allows a
subclass to access or invoke the superclass’s members (fields, methods, or constructors) to
extend or modify the behavior in subclasses.

Use Cases of super:

1. Accessing Superclass Constructor: To call a specific constructor in the superclass, super()

is used in the subclass constructor.
2. Accessing Superclass Methods: When a subclass overrides a method,
super.methodName() can invoke the superclass's version.
3. Accessing Superclass Variables: When a superclass and subclass share a field name,
super.fieldName can access the superclass’s field.

Example:

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class Animal {
String sound = "Generic animal sound";

public Animal(String type) {

System.out.println("Animal constructor called for " + type);
}

void makeSound() {
System.out.println("Animal sound");
}
}

class Dog extends Animal {

String sound = "Bark";

public Dog() {
super("Dog"); // Calls Animal's constructor
 }

void makeSound() {
super.makeSound(); // Calls Animal's makeSound()
System.out.println("Dog makes " + sound);
System.out.println("Superclass sound: " + super.sound);
}
}

public class TestSuper {

public static void main(String[] args) {
Dog dog = new Dog();
dog.makeSound();
}
}

Output:

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Animal constructor called for Dog
Animal sound
Dog makes Bark
Superclass sound: Generic animal sound

3. Data Structures Used in Java Collections Framework

The Java Collections Framework provides various data structures to handle and manipulate
groups of objects efficiently.

1. List Interface (e.g., ArrayList, LinkedList, Vector):

 Purpose: Ordered collections that allow duplicate elements. Accessed by index.

 Example: ArrayList provides dynamic arrays, while LinkedList supports efficient
insertions and deletions.

2. Set Interface (e.g., HashSet, LinkedHashSet, TreeSet):

 Purpose: Collections that do not allow duplicate elements.

 Example: HashSet offers fast access and is unordered, LinkedHashSet maintains
insertion order, and TreeSet sorts elements.

3. Map Interface (e.g., HashMap, LinkedHashMap, TreeMap, Hashtable):

 Purpose: Key-value pairs, where keys are unique.

 Example: HashMap provides fast lookup, LinkedHashMap maintains insertion order, and
TreeMap sorts keys.

4. Queue Interface (e.g., LinkedList, PriorityQueue, ArrayDeque):

 Purpose: FIFO (First-In-First-Out) order, typically for processing data in sequential order.
 Example: PriorityQueue orders elements based on their priority, while ArrayDeque
provides a double-ended queue.
5. Deque Interface (e.g., ArrayDeque, LinkedList):

 Purpose: A double-ended queue supporting element insertion and removal from both ends.
 Example: ArrayDeque is commonly used for implementing stacks and queues with better
performance than LinkedList.

Example of Using Java Collections Framework:

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import java.util.*;

public class CollectionsExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {
// List example
List<String> list = new ArrayList<>();
list.add("Apple");
list.add("Banana");
System.out.println("List: " + list);

// Set example
Set<String> set = new HashSet<>(list);
set.add("Cherry");
System.out.println("Set: " + set);

// Map example
Map<Integer, String> map = new HashMap<>();
map.put(1, "One");
map.put(2, "Two");
System.out.println("Map: " + map);

// Queue example
Queue<String> queue = new LinkedList<>();
queue.add("First");
queue.add("Second");
System.out.println("Queue: " + queue);

// Deque example
Deque<String> deque = new ArrayDeque<>();
deque.addFirst("Start");
deque.addLast("End");
System.out.println("Deque: " + deque);
}
}

Here's a thorough outline of the purpose and applications of packages, the super keyword,
data structures in the Java Collections Framework, and how exceptions enhance error
handling and program stability in Java.

1. Purpose of Using Packages in Java

Packages in Java are namespaces that help organize classes and interfaces, making code
easier to manage, especially in large applications. They serve several purposes:
  Modular Organization: Packages group related classes, which keeps code organized and
manageable. For example, utility classes can be placed in a utils package, business logic in
a service package, etc.
 Namespace Management: Packages prevent naming conflicts by allowing the same class
names in different packages.
 Access Control: Packages help define visibility and accessibility of classes and members.
Using package-private and protected access levels, developers can control which parts of
code are exposed to other packages.
 Reusability and Maintenance: Organized code makes it easier to reuse and maintain. For
example, commonly used libraries like java.util can be reused across various projects.

Example:

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package com.example.utils;

public class MathUtils {

public static int add(int a, int b) {
return a + b;
}
}

// Usage in another class

import com.example.utils.MathUtils;

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) {
System.out.println(MathUtils.add(2, 3)); // Outputs: 5
}
}

2. Purpose of super Keyword in Java

The super keyword is used to refer to the immediate superclass of a subclass. It allows a
subclass to access or invoke the superclass’s members (fields, methods, or constructors) to
extend or modify the behavior in subclasses.

Use Cases of super:

1. Accessing Superclass Constructor: To call a specific constructor in the superclass, super()

is used in the subclass constructor.
2. Accessing Superclass Methods: When a subclass overrides a method,
super.methodName() can invoke the superclass's version.
3. Accessing Superclass Variables: When a superclass and subclass share a field name,
super.fieldName can access the superclass’s field.

Example:

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class Animal {
String sound = "Generic animal sound";
 public Animal(String type) {
System.out.println("Animal constructor called for " + type);
}

void makeSound() {
System.out.println("Animal sound");
}
}

class Dog extends Animal {

String sound = "Bark";

public Dog() {
super("Dog"); // Calls Animal's constructor
}

void makeSound() {
super.makeSound(); // Calls Animal's makeSound()
System.out.println("Dog makes " + sound);
System.out.println("Superclass sound: " + super.sound);
}
}

public class TestSuper {

public static void main(String[] args) {
Dog dog = new Dog();
dog.makeSound();
}
}

Output:

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Animal constructor called for Dog
Animal sound
Dog makes Bark
Superclass sound: Generic animal sound

3. Data Structures Used in Java Collections Framework

The Java Collections Framework provides various data structures to handle and manipulate
groups of objects efficiently.

1. List Interface (e.g., ArrayList, LinkedList, Vector):

 Purpose: Ordered collections that allow duplicate elements. Accessed by index.

 Example: ArrayList provides dynamic arrays, while LinkedList supports efficient
insertions and deletions.

2. Set Interface (e.g., HashSet, LinkedHashSet, TreeSet):

 Purpose: Collections that do not allow duplicate elements.

  Example: HashSet offers fast access and is unordered, LinkedHashSet maintains
insertion order, and TreeSet sorts elements.

3. Map Interface (e.g., HashMap, LinkedHashMap, TreeMap, Hashtable):

 Purpose: Key-value pairs, where keys are unique.

 Example: HashMap provides fast lookup, LinkedHashMap maintains insertion order, and
TreeMap sorts keys.

4. Queue Interface (e.g., LinkedList, PriorityQueue, ArrayDeque):

 Purpose: FIFO (First-In-First-Out) order, typically for processing data in sequential order.
 Example: PriorityQueue orders elements based on their priority, while ArrayDeque
provides a double-ended queue.

5. Deque Interface (e.g., ArrayDeque, LinkedList):

 Purpose: A double-ended queue supporting element insertion and removal from both ends.
 Example: ArrayDeque is commonly used for implementing stacks and queues with better
performance than LinkedList.

Example of Using Java Collections Framework:

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import java.util.*;

public class CollectionsExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {
// List example
List<String> list = new ArrayList<>();
list.add("Apple");
list.add("Banana");
System.out.println("List: " + list);

// Set example
Set<String> set = new HashSet<>(list);
set.add("Cherry");
System.out.println("Set: " + set);

// Map example
Map<Integer, String> map = new HashMap<>();
map.put(1, "One");
map.put(2, "Two");
System.out.println("Map: " + map);

// Queue example
Queue<String> queue = new LinkedList<>();
queue.add("First");
queue.add("Second");
System.out.println("Queue: " + queue);

// Deque example
Deque<String> deque = new ArrayDeque<>();
deque.addFirst("Start");
deque.addLast("End");
System.out.println("Deque: " + deque);
 }
}

4. How Exceptions Help in Handling Unexpected Errors and Ensuring

Program Reliability

Exceptions in Java provide a mechanism to manage and handle errors or unexpected events,
preventing program crashes and ensuring stability. By catching exceptions, the program can
take corrective action, log errors, and continue executing.

Key Benefits of Exception Handling:

1. Prevents Program Crashes: When exceptions are thrown and not handled, programs
terminate abruptly. Handling exceptions allows the program to continue running.
2. Encourages Robust Code: Exception handling forces developers to anticipate errors, write
more reliable code, and manage edge cases gracefully.
3. Improves Readability and Maintainability: Exception handling makes code flow clearer,
especially when handling errors. Using try-catch blocks and custom exception messages
make debugging easier.
4. Supports Error Reporting: Exceptions enable logging of error details, helping in diagnostics
and analysis without disturbing end-user experience.

Types of Exceptions in Java:

1. Checked Exceptions: Exceptions checked at compile-time (e.g., IOException,

SQLException).
2. Unchecked Exceptions: Runtime exceptions that indicate programming errors (e.g.,
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException).
3. Errors: Serious issues beyond control, like OutOfMemoryError.

Example Demonstrating Exception Handling

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public class ExceptionHandlingExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = divide(10, 0); // This will throw
ArithmeticException
System.out.println("Result: " + result);
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Error: Division by zero is not allowed.");
} finally {
System.out.println("Cleanup if needed");
}

try {
String text = null;
System.out.println(text.length()); // This will throw
NullPointerException
} catch (NullPointerException e) {
System.out.println("Error: Attempt to access null object.");
}
}
 public static int divide(int a, int b) {
return a / b; // Potentially throws ArithmeticException if b is
zero
}
}

Output:

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Error: Division by zero is not allowed.
Cleanup if needed
Error: Attempt to access null object.

Explanation:

 try Block: Encapsulates code that might throw an exception.

 catch Block: Handles the exception by catching it, preventing the program from crashing.
 finally Block: Executes regardless of whether an exception is thrown or not, often used
for cleanup tasks.

// write a javqa program calculate interests in different banks .

class Bank {

// Method to get the interest rate, which will be overridden by subclasses

public double getInterestRate() {

return 0;

// Method to calculate interest for a given amount

public double calculateInterest(double amount) {

return (amount * getInterestRate()) / 100;

// SBI Bank class with 8% interest rate

class SBI extends Bank {

@Override

public double getInterestRate() {

return 8.0;

// ICICI Bank class with 7% interest rate

class ICICI extends Bank {

@Override

public double getInterestRate() {

return 7.0;

// AXIS Bank class with 9% interest rate

class AXIS extends Bank {

@Override

public double getInterestRate() {

return 9.0;

public class BankInterestCalculator {

public static void main(String[] args) {

 // Aria's deposit amount

double depositAmount = 10000; // Example amount

// Creating instances of each bank

Bank sbi = new SBI();

Bank icici = new ICICI();

Bank axis = new AXIS();

// Calculating and displaying interest for each bank

System.out.println("Interest calculation for Aria's deposit of " + depositAmount + " units:");

System.out.println("SBI Bank at 8% interest: " + sbi.calculateInterest(depositAmount) + " units");

System.out.println("ICICI Bank at 7% interest: " + icici.calculateInterest(depositAmount) + "

units");

System.out.println("AXIS Bank at 9% interest: " + axis.calculateInterest(depositAmount) + "

units");

// Base class representing Elder Sage's teachings for all creatures

class ElderSage {

// Method for moving

public void move() {

System.out.println("The creature moves gracefully.");

// Method for resting

 public void rest() {

System.out.println("The creature is resting peacefully.");

// Method for communicating

public void communicate() {

System.out.println("The creature communicates with others.");

// write a java program Creature class that extends the ElderSage teachings to include specific
abilities

class Dragon extends ElderSage {

// Unique ability for Dragon

public void breatheFire() {

System.out.println("The dragon breathes fire!");

class Griffin extends ElderSage {

// Unique ability for Griffin

public void flyHigh() {

System.out.println("The griffin soars high into the sky!");

}
class Mermaid extends ElderSage {

// Unique ability for Mermaid

public void swim() {

System.out.println("The mermaid glides swiftly through water!");

public class SchoolOfCreatures {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Creating instances of each creature

Dragon dragon = new Dragon();

Griffin griffin = new Griffin();

Mermaid mermaid = new Mermaid();

System.out.println("Teaching the Dragon:");

dragon.move(); // Basic skill taught by Elder Sage

dragon.rest();

dragon.communicate();

dragon.breatheFire(); // Unique ability

System.out.println("\nTeaching the Griffin:");

griffin.move(); // Basic skill taught by Elder Sage

griffin.rest();

griffin.communicate();

griffin.flyHigh(); // Unique ability

System.out.println("\nTeaching the Mermaid:");

 mermaid.move(); // Basic skill taught by Elder Sage

mermaid.rest();

mermaid.communicate();

mermaid.swim(); // Unique ability

Write a Java program to creating a Vector with seven elements

import java.util.Vector;

public class VectorExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Create a vector and add elements of different types

Vector<Object> vector = new Vector<>();

// Add initial elements to the vector

vector.add(10); // Integer

vector.add(20); // Integer

vector.add("Hello"); // String

vector.add("World"); // String

vector.add(3.14f); // Float

vector.add(2.71f); // Float

vector.add(1.41f); // Float

System.out.println("Original Vector: " + vector);

// Remove the element at the 3rd position (index 2)

vector.remove(2);

// Insert a new element at the 5th position (index 4)

 vector.add(4, "New Element");

// Display the updated vector

System.out.println("Updated Vector: " + vector);

Java program to create three threads that display messages at specified intervals.

class HelloThread extends Thread {

public void run() {

try {

while (true) {

System.out.println("Hello!");

Thread.sleep(1000); // Display "Hello!" every 1 second

} catch (InterruptedException e) {

System.out.println("HelloThread interrupted");

class WearMaskThread extends Thread {

public void run() {

try {

while (true) {

System.out.println("Wear Mask!");

Thread.sleep(2000); // Display "Wear Mask!" every 2 seconds

} catch (InterruptedException e) {

System.out.println("WearMaskThread interrupted");

}
}

class UseSanitizerThread extends Thread {

public void run() {

try {

while (true) {

System.out.println("Use Sanitizer!");

Thread.sleep(5000); // Display "Use Sanitizer!" every 5 seconds

} catch (InterruptedException e) {

System.out.println("UseSanitizerThread interrupted");

public class MultiThreadedMessages {

public static void main(String[] args) {

Thread helloThread = new HelloThread();

Thread wearMaskThread = new WearMaskThread();

Thread useSanitizerThread = new UseSanitizerThread();

helloThread.start();

wearMaskThread.start();

useSanitizerThread.start();

java program that demonstrates method overriding.

class SuperClass {

// Method in the superclass

 public void showMe() {

System.out.println("This is the SuperClass method.");

class SubClass extends SuperClass {

// Overriding the showMe() method in the subclass

@Override

public void showMe() {

System.out.println("This is the SubClass method.");

public class MethodOverridingDemo {

public static void main(String[] args) {

SuperClass superClassObj = new SuperClass(); // Object of SuperClass

SubClass subClassObj = new SubClass(); // Object of SubClass

SuperClass superClassRef; // Reference of type SuperClass

// Calling showMe() using SuperClass object

superClassObj.showMe();

// Calling showMe() using SubClass object

subClassObj.showMe();

// Demonstrating polymorphism

superClassRef = subClassObj; // Superclass reference pointing to SubClass object

superClassRef.showMe(); // Calls the overridden method in SubClass

}
Java program demonstrating the use of inheritance, the this keyword, and invoking the
parent class constructor in a zoo setting:

// General class Animal

class Animal {

protected String name;

protected int age;

// Constructor for Animal class

public Animal(String name, int age) {

this.name = name;

this.age = age;

// Method to display animal details

public void displayInfo() {

System.out.println("Animal Name: " + name);

System.out.println("Animal Age: " + age + " years");

// Specific class Tiger that inherits from Animal

class Tiger extends Animal {

private int stripeCount;

// Constructor for Tiger class

public Tiger(String name, int age, int stripeCount) {

super(name, age); // Calling the parent class (Animal) constructor

this.stripeCount = stripeCount;

// Overriding the displayInfo method to include stripeCount

 @Override

public void displayInfo() {

super.displayInfo(); // Call the parent class's displayInfo method

System.out.println("Stripe Count: " + stripeCount);

public class ZooDemo {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Creating an Animal object

Animal genericAnimal = new Animal("Lion", 5);

System.out.println("Animal Details:");

genericAnimal.displayInfo();

// Creating a Tiger object

Tiger tiger = new Tiger("Bengal Tiger", 4, 80);

System.out.println("\nTiger Details:");

tiger.displayInfo();

Java program that creates a simple GUI using JFrame and JButton. When the button is clicked, the
application closes. This uses an anonymous class to handle the button click event.

import javax.swing.*;

import java.awt.event.*;

public class CloseFrameExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Create a new JFrame

JFrame frame = new JFrame("Close Frame Example");

frame.setSize(300, 200);

frame.setDefaultCloseOperation(JFrame.EXIT_ON_CLOSE);
 frame.setLayout(null);

// Create a JButton

JButton closeButton = new JButton("Close");

closeButton.setBounds(100, 80, 100, 30);

// Add an ActionListener using an anonymous class

closeButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {

@Override

public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {

frame.dispose(); // Closes the frame

});

// Add button to frame

frame.add(closeButton);

// Make the frame visible

frame.setVisible(true);

Java program that prompts the user to enter two strings, then concatenates them using the
concat() method.

import java.util.Scanner;

public class StringConcatenationExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {

Scanner scanner = new Scanner(System.in);

// Prompt the user to enter the first string

System.out.print("Enter the first string: ");

String firstString = scanner.nextLine();

 // Prompt the user to enter the second string

System.out.print("Enter the second string: ");

String secondString = scanner.nextLine();

// Concatenate the strings using concat() method

String concatenatedString = firstString.concat(secondString);

// Display the result

System.out.println("Concatenated String: " + concatenatedString);

scanner.close();

Java program that uses a Library class to keep track of the total number of books and magazines.

class Library {

// Static fields to keep track of the number of books and magazines

private static int bookCount = 0;

private static int magazineCount = 0;

// Static method to add books

public static void addBooks(int count) {

if (count > 0) {

bookCount += count;

System.out.println(count + " books added.");

} else {

System.out.println("Invalid count. Please add a positive number of books.");

}
 // Static method to add magazines

public static void addMagazines(int count) {

if (count > 0) {

magazineCount += count;

System.out.println(count + " magazines added.");

} else {

System.out.println("Invalid count. Please add a positive number of magazines.");

// Static method to get the total number of books

public static int getBookCount() {

return bookCount;

// Static method to get the total number of magazines

public static int getMagazineCount() {

return magazineCount;

// Static method to display the total counts

public static void displayCounts() {

System.out.println("Total Books: " + bookCount);

System.out.println("Total Magazines: " + magazineCount);

public class LibraryManagement {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Adding books and magazines

Library.addBooks(10);
 Library.addMagazines(5);

// Display current counts

Library.displayCounts();

// Adding more items

Library.addBooks(3);

Library.addMagazines(7);

// Display updated counts

Library.displayCounts();

Java program demonstrating inheritance and method overriding. The Department class has a
getCourses method that is overridden by the ComputerScience and MechanicalEngineering
subclasses to print their specific courses.

// Superclass Department

class Department {

// Method in the superclass

public void getCourses() {

System.out.println("These are the department's courses.");

// Subclass ComputerScience that extends Department

class ComputerScience extends Department {

// Overriding the getCourses method

@Override

public void getCourses() {

System.out.println("Computer Science Courses: Data Structures, Algorithms, Operating

Systems, Machine Learning.");
 }

// Subclass MechanicalEngineering that extends Department

class MechanicalEngineering extends Department {

// Overriding the getCourses method

@Override

public void getCourses() {

System.out.println("Mechanical Engineering Courses: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics,

Mechanics of Materials, Robotics.");

public class DepartmentDemo {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Create an object of the Department class and call getCourses()

Department generalDepartment = new Department();

System.out.println("General Department:");

generalDepartment.getCourses();

// Create an object of the ComputerScience class and call getCourses()

ComputerScience csDepartment = new ComputerScience();

System.out.println("\nComputer Science Department:");

csDepartment.getCourses();

// Create an object of the MechanicalEngineering class and call getCourses()

MechanicalEngineering meDepartment = new MechanicalEngineering();

System.out.println("\nMechanical Engineering Department:");

meDepartment.getCourses();

}
Java program that uses a HashMap to count the occurrences of each word in a text document. The
program will read a sample text input, split it into words, and store each word’s frequency in the
HashMap.

import java.util.HashMap;

import java.util.Map;

import java.util.Scanner;

public class WordFrequencyAnalyzer {

public static void main(String[] args) {

Scanner scanner = new Scanner(System.in);

// Prompt the user for input text

System.out.println("Enter the text to analyze:");

String text = scanner.nextLine();

// Call method to analyze word frequency

Map<String, Integer> wordFrequency = analyzeWordFrequency(text);

// Display word frequency results

System.out.println("\nWord Frequency:");

for (Map.Entry<String, Integer> entry : wordFrequency.entrySet()) {

System.out.println(entry.getKey() + ": " + entry.getValue());

scanner.close();

// Method to analyze word frequency

public static Map<String, Integer> analyzeWordFrequency(String text) {

// Initialize a HashMap to store word frequencies

 Map<String, Integer> frequencyMap = new HashMap<>();

// Convert text to lowercase and split into words

String[] words = text.toLowerCase().split("\\W+");

// Process each word

for (String word : words) {

if (!word.isEmpty()) { // Ignore any empty strings

frequencyMap.put(word, frequencyMap.getOrDefault(word, 0) + 1);

return frequencyMap;

Java program that simulates machines (threads) processing different orders in a factory.

class Machine implements Runnable {

private String machineName;

private int processingRate; // Time in milliseconds between processing orders

// Constructor to initialize the machine's name and processing rate

public Machine(String machineName, int processingRate) {

this.machineName = machineName;

this.processingRate = processingRate;

// Run method to simulate order processing

@Override

public void run() {

for (int orderNumber = 1; orderNumber <= 5; orderNumber++) {

System.out.println(machineName + " processing order #" + orderNumber);

 try {

Thread.sleep(processingRate); // Simulate processing time

} catch (InterruptedException e) {

System.out.println(machineName + " was interrupted.");

System.out.println(machineName + " has completed all orders.");

public class FactorySimulation {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Creating machines with different processing rates

Machine machine1 = new Machine("Machine A", 1000); // Processes orders every 1 second

Machine machine2 = new Machine("Machine B", 1500); // Processes orders every 1.5 seconds

Machine machine3 = new Machine("Machine C", 2000); // Processes orders every 2 seconds

// Creating threads for each machine

Thread thread1 = new Thread(machine1);

Thread thread2 = new Thread(machine2);

Thread thread3 = new Thread(machine3);

// Starting each thread (machine)

thread1.start();

thread2.start();

thread3.start();

}
java program with a Book class to represent books in a library. The Book class includes fields for
the book’s title, author, and price, as well as methods to interact with these fields.

class Book {

// Fields to represent the properties of a book

private String title;

private String author;

private double price;

// Constructor to initialize the book's properties

public Book(String title, String author, double price) {

this.title = title;

this.author = author;

this.price = price;

// Getter and setter methods for title

public String getTitle() {

return title;

public void setTitle(String title) {

this.title = title;

// Getter and setter methods for author

public String getAuthor() {

return author;

public void setAuthor(String author) {

this.author = author;
 }

// Getter and setter methods for price

public double getPrice() {

return price;

public void setPrice(double price) {

if (price > 0) {

this.price = price;

} else {

System.out.println("Price must be positive.");

// Method to display book details

public void displayDetails() {

System.out.println("Title: " + title);

System.out.println("Author: " + author);

System.out.println("Price: $" + price);

public class LibraryDemo {

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Creating a Book object

Book book1 = new Book("The Alchemist", "Paulo Coelho", 15.99);

// Displaying book details

System.out.println("Book Details:");

book1.displayDetails();
 // Modifying and accessing book details

book1.setPrice(18.99);

System.out.println("\nUpdated Book Details:");

book1.displayDetails();

Java program implementing an interface called Shape with methods draw() and getArea()

// Shape.java

interface Shape {

void draw();

double getArea();

// Circle.java

class Circle implements Shape {

private double radius;

// Constructor

public Circle(double radius) {

this.radius = radius;

// Getter for radius

public double getRadius() {

return radius;

// Setter for radius

public void setRadius(double radius) {

 this.radius = radius;

// Implement draw method

@Override

public void draw() {

System.out.println("Drawing a Circle with radius: " + radius);

// Implement getArea method

@Override

public double getArea() {

return Math.PI * radius * radius;

// Rectangle.java

class Rectangle implements Shape {

private double length;

private double width;

// Constructor

public Rectangle(double length, double width) {

this.length = length;

this.width = width;

// Getter for length

public double getLength() {

return length;

}
 // Setter for length

public void setLength(double length) {

this.length = length;

// Getter for width

public double getWidth() {

return width;

// Setter for width

public void setWidth(double width) {

this.width = width;

// Implement draw method

@Override

public void draw() {

System.out.println("Drawing a Rectangle with length: " + length + " and width: " + width);

// Implement getArea method

@Override

public double getArea() {

return length * width;

// Main.java

public class Main {

 public static void main(String[] args) {

// Create a Circle with radius 5

Circle circle = new Circle(5);

circle.draw();

System.out.println("Area of Circle: " + circle.getArea());

// Create a Rectangle with length 4 and width 6

Rectangle rectangle = new Rectangle(4, 6);

rectangle.draw();

System.out.println("Area of Rectangle: " + rectangle.getArea());

Java program to manage the book club members using a LinkedList.

import java.util.LinkedList;

import java.util.Scanner;

public class BookClub {

private LinkedList<String> members;

// Constructor to initialize the LinkedList

public BookClub() {

members = new LinkedList<>();

// Method to add a new member

public void addMember(String name) {

members.add(name);

System.out.println(name + " has been added to the book club.");

// Method to remove an existing member

public void removeMember(String name) {

if (members.remove(name)) {

System.out.println(name + " has been removed from the book club.");

 } else {

System.out.println("Member not found: " + name);

// Method to display all current members

public void displayMembers() {

if (members.isEmpty()) {

System.out.println("The book club has no members.");

} else {

System.out.println("Current book club members:");

for (String member : members) {

System.out.println("- " + member);

// Main method to handle user input and manage the book club

public static void main(String[] args) {

BookClub bookClub = new BookClub();

Scanner scanner = new Scanner(System.in);

int choice;

// Menu for managing the book club

do {

System.out.println("\nBook Club Management:");

System.out.println("1. Add Member");

System.out.println("2. Remove Member");

System.out.println("3. Display Members");

System.out.println("4. Exit");

System.out.print("Enter your choice: ");

 choice = scanner.nextInt();

scanner.nextLine(); // Consume newline

switch (choice) {

case 1:

System.out.print("Enter the name of the member to add: ");

String nameToAdd = scanner.nextLine();

bookClub.addMember(nameToAdd);

break;

case 2:

System.out.print("Enter the name of the member to remove: ");

String nameToRemove = scanner.nextLine();

bookClub.removeMember(nameToRemove);

break;

case 3:

bookClub.displayMembers();

break;

case 4:

System.out.println("Exiting Book Club Management.");

break;

default:

System.out.println("Invalid choice. Please try again.");

} while (choice != 4);

scanner.close();

Java program to calculate the factorial of a number, following the specified rules.
import java.util.Scanner;

public class FactorialCalculator {

// Method to calculate factorial recursively

public static int factorial(int n) throws IllegalArgumentException {

if (n < 0) {

throw new IllegalArgumentException("Factorial is not defined for negative numbers.");

} else if (n == 0) {

return 1;

} else {

return n * factorial(n - 1);

public static void main(String[] args) {

Scanner scanner = new Scanner(System.in);

System.out.print("Enter a positive integer to calculate its factorial: ");

int n = scanner.nextInt();

try {

int result = factorial(n);

System.out.println("The factorial of " + n + " is: " + result);

} catch (IllegalArgumentException e) {

System.out.println(e.getMessage());

} finally {

scanner.close();

}
Java program demonstrating polymorphism in action. We create a common interface
ShapeCode that defines a method transform(), and then we implement it in different
creature classes (e.g., Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix) where each class transforms in its
unique way:

// Define the common interface that all creatures will implement

interface ShapeCode {
void transform();
}

// Dragon class implements ShapeCode

class Dragon implements ShapeCode {
@Override
public void transform() {
System.out.println("The Dragon transforms into a mighty fire-
breathing creature.");
}
}

// Unicorn class implements ShapeCode

class Unicorn implements ShapeCode {
@Override
public void transform() {
System.out.println("The Unicorn transforms into a graceful, magical
being with a horn.");
}
}

// Phoenix class implements ShapeCode

class Phoenix implements ShapeCode {
@Override
public void transform() {
System.out.println("The Phoenix transforms, rising from the ashes
with rebirth.");
}
}

// Main class to test polymorphism

public class VarianaLand {
public static void main(String[] args) {
// Create an array of ShapeCode objects
ShapeCode[] creatures = { new Dragon(), new Unicorn(), new
Phoenix() };

// Loop through each creature and call their transform method

for (ShapeCode creature : creatures) {
creature.transform(); // Polymorphism in action: each creature
transforms differently
}
}
}

Java program that represents this analogy:

// Outer class represents the House

class House {
// Field of the outer class (House)
 private String houseName;

// Constructor for House

public House(String name) {
this.houseName = name;
}

// Method to display house name

public void displayHouse() {
System.out.println("This is the house: " + houseName);
}

// Inner class represents the Family inside the house

class Family {
private String familyName;

// Constructor for the Family

public Family(String name) {
this.familyName = name;
}

// Method to display family details

public void displayFamily() {
System.out.println("This is the " + familyName + " family
living in the " + houseName + " house.");
}

// Family can access the House's methods directly

public void performTask() {
displayHouse(); // The family can perform tasks that depend on
the house
System.out.println(familyName + " is performing a task inside
the house.");
}
}
}

public class Village {

public static void main(String[] args) {
// Creating an outer House object
House house1 = new House("Sunny Villa");

// Creating an inner Family object inside the house

House.Family family1 = house1.new Family("Smith");

// Calling methods on the inner class (Family)

family1.displayFamily();
family1.performTask();
}
}

In a Java Swing application, you can manage transitions between multiple frames using
buttons and layout management. Below is a simple Java Swing program that demonstrates
how to navigate between frames using buttons:

 Home Frame: This frame contains buttons for "Profile," "Settings," and "Help."
 Profile Frame: A frame representing the profile section, with a button to return to the
"Home" frame.
  Settings Frame: A frame representing the settings section, with a button to return to
the "Home" frame.
 Help Frame: A frame representing the help section, with a button to return to the
"Home" frame.

import javax.swing.*;
import java.awt.*;
import java.awt.event.ActionEvent;
import java.awt.event.ActionListener;

// Main frame of the application (Home)

class HomeFrame extends JFrame {
public HomeFrame() {
// Set frame title and default close operation
setTitle("Home Frame");
setSize(300, 200);
setDefaultCloseOperation(JFrame.EXIT_ON_CLOSE);

// Create buttons for navigation

JButton profileButton = new JButton("Go to Profile");
JButton settingsButton = new JButton("Go to Settings");
JButton helpButton = new JButton("Go to Help");

// Set layout for the frame

setLayout(new FlowLayout());

// Add action listeners to buttons

profileButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Switch to Profile Frame
ProfileFrame profileFrame = new ProfileFrame();
profileFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current HomeFrame
}
});

settingsButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Switch to Settings Frame
SettingsFrame settingsFrame = new SettingsFrame();
settingsFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current HomeFrame
}
});

helpButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Switch to Help Frame
HelpFrame helpFrame = new HelpFrame();
helpFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current HomeFrame
}
});

// Add buttons to the frame

add(profileButton);
add(settingsButton);
add(helpButton);
}
}
// Profile Frame
class ProfileFrame extends JFrame {
public ProfileFrame() {
// Set frame title and default close operation
setTitle("Profile Frame");
setSize(300, 200);
setDefaultCloseOperation(JFrame.EXIT_ON_CLOSE);

// Create a button to return to Home frame

JButton homeButton = new JButton("Back to Home");

// Set layout and add action listener

setLayout(new FlowLayout());
homeButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Return to Home Frame
HomeFrame homeFrame = new HomeFrame();
homeFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current ProfileFrame
}
});

// Add button to frame

add(homeButton);
}
}

// Settings Frame
class SettingsFrame extends JFrame {
public SettingsFrame() {
// Set frame title and default close operation
setTitle("Settings Frame");
setSize(300, 200);
setDefaultCloseOperation(JFrame.EXIT_ON_CLOSE);

// Create a button to return to Home frame

JButton homeButton = new JButton("Back to Home");

// Set layout and add action listener

setLayout(new FlowLayout());
homeButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Return to Home Frame
HomeFrame homeFrame = new HomeFrame();
homeFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current SettingsFrame
}
});

// Add button to frame

add(homeButton);
}
}

// Help Frame
class HelpFrame extends JFrame {
public HelpFrame() {
// Set frame title and default close operation
setTitle("Help Frame");
setSize(300, 200);
 setDefaultCloseOperation(JFrame.EXIT_ON_CLOSE);

// Create a button to return to Home frame

JButton homeButton = new JButton("Back to Home");

// Set layout and add action listener

setLayout(new FlowLayout());
homeButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Return to Home Frame
HomeFrame homeFrame = new HomeFrame();
homeFrame.setVisible(true);
dispose(); // Close the current HelpFrame
}
});

// Add button to frame

add(homeButton);
}
}

// Main class to run the program

public class KalyanApp {
public static void main(String[] args) {
// Start the application by displaying the Home Frame
HomeFrame homeFrame = new HomeFrame();
homeFrame.setVisible(true);
}
}

Java Swing application for a library management system where the librarian
can manage books, members, and other resources, and the application prompts
a confirmation message when the user attempts to close the application, you
can use JOptionPane to show a confirmation dialog. This dialog asks the
user whether they really want to exit the application.

import javax.swing.*;
import java.awt.*;
import java.awt.event.*;

public class LibraryManagementSystem extends JFrame {

// Constructor for the Library Dashboard

public LibraryManagementSystem() {
// Set frame properties
setTitle("Library Dashboard");
setSize(400, 300);
setDefaultCloseOperation(DO_NOTHING_ON_CLOSE); // Don't close
directly when clicking the close button

// Set the layout for the frame

setLayout(new FlowLayout());

// Create a label for the dashboard

JLabel label = new JLabel("Welcome to the Library Dashboard");
add(label);

// Create a button to simulate managing books (for example

purposes)
JButton manageBooksButton = new JButton("Manage Books");
add(manageBooksButton);
 // Create a button to simulate managing members (for example
purposes)
JButton manageMembersButton = new JButton("Manage Members");
add(manageMembersButton);

// Add action listeners to the buttons (you can extend these

actions with real functionalities)
manageBooksButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Simulate managing books (this is just an example)
JOptionPane.showMessageDialog(null, "Managing Books...
(this could be a new frame or functionality)");
}
});

manageMembersButton.addActionListener(new ActionListener() {
public void actionPerformed(ActionEvent e) {
// Simulate managing members (this is just an example)
JOptionPane.showMessageDialog(null, "Managing Members...
(this could be a new frame or functionality)");
}
});

// Add a window listener to handle the close operation

addWindowListener(new WindowAdapter() {
@Override
public void windowClosing(WindowEvent e) {
// Show a confirmation dialog when trying to close the
application
int option = JOptionPane.showConfirmDialog(
null,
"Are you sure you want to exit?",
"Exit Confirmation",
JOptionPane.YES_NO_OPTION,
JOptionPane.WARNING_MESSAGE
);

// If user selects "Yes", exit the application

if (option == JOptionPane.YES_OPTION) {
System.exit(0);
}
}
});
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

// Create an instance of the Library Dashboard frame
LibraryManagementSystem libraryFrame = new
LibraryManagementSystem();
libraryFrame.setVisible(true); // Make the frame visible
}
}