Configure ObjectMapper to ignore them. Frame the concept in practical terms so you can explain it during interview discussion.
Jackson's ObjectMapper can be configured to ignore unknown properties in JSON, which is helpful when APIs evolve and introduce new fields. This prevents errors during deserialization. For example, if an external API adds new fields to a product object, configuring ObjectMapper to ignore unknown properties ensures your application doesn't break.
Additional Notes
Handling unknown properties with Jackson ObjectMapper?