This String bug fails 90% of devs #java #codinginterview #programming
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Published4 months ago
Duration0:10
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== compares references, not values. Two 'new String()' calls create two different objects in heap memory. Always use .equals() for String comparison. This trips up even experienced devs in interviews. Quick fix: a.equals(b) returns true.