Introduction to
Java Finals
This presentation will cover the key concepts of final variables,
methods, and classes in the Java programming language. We'll
explore how the final keyword is used to create immutable and
constant values, methods, and classes in Java.
MA
by MANOJ ACHARYA
Understanding Final Variables
Immutable Values Performance Boost Naming Convention
Final variables are Compiler can optimize Final variables are
constants - their value code with final variables typically named in all
cannot be changed for faster execution. uppercase with
once set. underscores.
Final Methods in Java
Preventing Overriding Optimization Best Practices
Final methods cannot be Compiler can inline final Use final for utility/helper
overridden in subclasses, methods for performance methods that should not
ensuring consistency. gains. be changed.
Final Classes in Java
1 Sealed Inheritance 2 Performance
Final classes cannot be extended, Compiler can make optimizations for
preventing subclassing. final classes.
3 Security 4 Best Practices
Final classes prevent accidental or Use final for utility classes without
malicious overriding. state or behavior.
Finalization in Java
1 Cleanup Resources
The finalize() method is called before an object is garbage collected.
2 Unreliable Execution
Finalization is non-deterministic and should be used with caution.
3 Deprecated in Java 9+
The finalize() method has been deprecated in favor of try-with-resources.
Benefits of Using Final
Security Performance Immutability Consistency
Final prevents Compiler can Final variables, Final enforces
accidental or optimize code with methods, and predictable
malicious changes. final constructs. classes are behavior and
immutable. contracts.
Common Use Cases for Final
Constants
Final variables for project-wide constants.
Utility Methods
Final methods that should not be overridden.
Utility Classes
Final classes without state or behavior to prevent subclassing.
Best Practices for Using Final
Use final for variables that should not change Leverage final for performance optimizations
Prefer final methods over non-final methods Carefully consider the use of final classes
