9.7 - File Handling Best Practices
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of the close() method?
💡 Hint: Think about freeing up resources.
Why should you check if a file exists?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if you try to open a non-existent file.
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What method should you call to close a file resource?
💡 Hint: Consider which actions finalize resource usage.
True or False: You should always check if a file exists before trying to read it.
💡 Hint: Think about preventing errors.
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Create a Java program that reads a configuration file. Ensure you check if the file exists, handle potential exceptions, and use buffered reading to optimize performance.
💡 Hint: Structure your code with try-catch and confirm file presence first.
Design a file handling method that writes user data to a file. Demonstrate proper resource management by closing file handlers correctly.
💡 Hint: Focus on minimizing code clutter while ensuring all resources are managed.
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