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when is the class loading time

 
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Hi, I am curious as to when is the class loading time. Another words, when is a class considered to be loaded and its static fields initialized?
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Hi Ricky -
Class loading occurs dynamically, as the class itself is referenced in the code. The compiler and runtime load a variety of classes as a part of their startup, followed by whatever other classes may be referenced in the program to be compiled/executed.
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Michael Ernest, co-author of:
The Complete Java 2 Certification Study Guide


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Hi, thanks Michael! I am reading your book as of right now!! I guess this is as close as getting your autograph!
 
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