Annotation Processors – Sharp: NCLEX, Java & Python

Java: Annotation Processors

How does breaking encapsulation with setAccessible(true) affect security?

Why do teams use Lombok in Java projects in production code?

What trade-offs exist when using reflection in Java?

What are MethodHandles and when should you prefer them over Reflection?

How does Class.forName facilitate dynamic class loading?

What role do RetentionPolicies play in Java annotations?

Why is dynamic invocation of methods useful in Java?

How do annotation processors like Lombok interact with the compiler?

What are the design considerations when using compile-time code generation?

How would you explain a common use case for custom annotations in an interview?