Scenario when a custom class loader might be needed?

Question

I'm looking for a simple scenario where you might need to create a custom class loader?

Also, just wanted to confirm that even the bootloader and application loader extends java.lang.ClassLoader inside?

Answer 1

In short, it can be used to add new code or to modify existing code on the fly. Here is a more detailed explanation of this URL .

Why write a custom classloader?

Three main reasons for creating a custom class loader:

• Allow loading classes from alternative repositories.

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