16.5 - Keyword transient
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What does the transient keyword do in Java?
💡 Hint: Think about data security.
Can you serialize static fields in a class?
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between instance and class variables.
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What happens to transient fields during serialization?
💡 Hint: Think about their purpose.
True or False: Static fields are serialized in Java.
💡 Hint: Remember the distinction between instance and class variables.
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Design a Java class that manages user credentials with proper serialization, indicating which fields would be marked as transient.
💡 Hint: Think about which fields hold sensitive information.
Discuss the implications of failing to use transient for sensitive information in a serialized object. What risks does this pose?
💡 Hint: Consider any recent data breaches involving unsecured sensitive data.
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