A Heap Dump captures a snapshot of the JVM's heap memory, useful for analyzing memory usage and identifying leaks.
Heap Dumps are crucial for diagnosing memory issues, as they provide a detailed snapshot of all objects in memory. For example, if an e-commerce platform crashes due to a memory leak, analyzing a Heap Dump can reveal which objects are consuming excessive memory, such as a large, never-cleared List.
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Why is a Heap Dump useful for diagnosing memory issues?