20.1 - What is Serialization?
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Define serialization in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to an object when it's saved to a file.
What is a common use case for serialization?
💡 Hint: Recall situations we discussed in class.
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What is the main purpose of serialization?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you save an object.
Serialization is used in Android primarily for:
💡 Hint: Consider how apps manage data across screens.
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Describe a scenario where serialization might introduce security risks. What would you do to mitigate these risks?
💡 Hint: Think about what sensitive data might be present in serialized objects.
How would you handle versioning with serialized objects when a class definition changes?
💡 Hint: What unique identifier helps keep track of class versions during serialization?
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