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Why could using a class be more appropriate than a record for mutable objects?
Track: Java
Topic: Modern Java
Focus: Modern Java Design Choices
Java: Modern Java Design Choices
Answer
Classes allow for mutable state, whereas records do not.
If an object needs to change its state after creation, a class is more suitable. Records are inherently immutable, which means once created, their data cannot be altered. For example, a 'UserProfile' class might need methods to update email or address, which would require a mutable class.
If an object needs to change its state after creation, a class is more suitable. Records are inherently immutable, which means once created, their data cannot be altered. For example, a 'UserProfile' class might need methods to update email or address, which would require a mutable class.
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