[Top interview Question]Understanding Java’s Object Class Methods

Introduction

❓ Ever wondered why every Java class extends Object?

The Object class is the parent of all Java classes, providing essential methods that impact equality, memory representation, synchronization, and object lifecycle.

In this article, we’ll cover: ✅ A deep dive into key methods of Object class. ✅ Why and when to override them. ✅ Best practices for using Object class methods effectively. ✅ Practical examples demonstrating their use.

Understanding Java’s Object Class Methods

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1. Core Methods of Object Class

1.1 equals(Object obj)

The equals() method checks logical equality between two objects.

Default Implementation