reference type

Question

can someone explain the meaning of reference type using the simplest way?i'm still new to java

Answer 1

A reference type is a data type that’s based on a class rather than on one of the primitive types that are built in to the Java language. The class can be a class that’s provided as part of the Java API class library or a class that you write yourself.

Answer 2

You can study this in the course.
https://www.sololearn.com/Course/Java/

Answer 3

Here's a good read for you. 😉

https://blog.penjee.com/passing-by-value-vs-by-reference-java-graphical

Answer 4

A reference type is something that is passed by reference. IE is an Object.

int[] a = {6};
someMethod(a);

void someMethod(int[] b){
b[0] = 2; // a becomes {2}
}

Answer 5

@Nithowat.i have no idea what u are saying.could you provide an example if possible?thankyou

Answer 6

@Nithowat.i dont understand the course that's why im asking for help here..

Answer 7

@Zephyt Koo that is the best explanation so far