Additional Notes
When is instance control important?
Track: Java
Topic: Modern Java
Focus: Static Factory Methods
Java: Static Factory Methods
Answer
For managing limited instances like singletons.
Instance control is crucial when you need to limit the number of instances for a class, such as singletons or cached instances. Static factory methods can manage this by either returning the same instance or a new one based on logic, something constructors can't do.
Instance control is crucial when you need to limit the number of instances for a class, such as singletons or cached instances. Static factory methods can manage this by either returning the same instance or a new one based on logic, something constructors can't do.
Topics: Java Modern Java Static Factory Methods