https://bakic.github.io/tags/sealed-classes/Recent content in Sealed-Classes on Abdelbaki Ben Elhaj SlimeneHugoen-USMon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000https://bakic.github.io/posts/sealed-classes-in-java/Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000https://bakic.github.io/posts/sealed-classes-in-java/<p>Sealed classes, a new addition to the Java programming language starting from Java 15, provide developers with a powerful tool for defining restricted class hierarchies. By explicitly specifying which classes can extend or implement them, sealed classes offer enhanced control over inheritance and extensibility.</p> <p>This article explores the concept of sealed classes in Java, their syntax and declaration, as well as their purpose, benefits, and limitations.</p> <h2 id="what-are-sealed-classes">What are Sealed Classes?</h2> <p>Sealed classes in Java are a new feature introduced in Java 15 that allows developers to restrict the inheritance hierarchy of a class. By marking a class as sealed, you can control which other classes can extend it. This adds an extra layer of control and encapsulation to your code.</p>