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Java: Custom Annotations

How does RetentionPolicy.RUNTIME differ from SOURCE?

Why might you use MethodHandles over reflection?

How do custom annotations enhance code readability in a mini-framework?

What are the consequences of using reflection to modify private fields?

How do you dynamically invoke a method using reflection?

What role does an Annotation Processor play in Java?

What are the @Target and @Retention annotations used for in custom annotations?

Why are annotations considered declarative rather than imperative?

How can reflection be used for URL mapping in a mini-framework?

How would you explain the healthiest shape of a tiny annotation-driven web framework in an interview?