Java 5 New Tools and Tool Features

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JPDA and JVMTI  2 questions

  • Explain what JVMTI and JPDA are.
  • Discuss the usage of JVMTI.
  • Perform a debugging session that describes how JVMTI and JPDA work together.

Not covered: In depth knowledge about JVMTI and JPDA.

9 12 1

Java Compiler  2 questions

  • Describe and use the new options of javac.
  • Explain how to compile for J2SE 1.4 with JDK 5.
9 10 4

Javadoc Tool  2 questions

  • Develop code that uses the new tags and features (@literal, @code, and @value).
  • Explain the differences between @Deprecated annotation and @deprecated tag.
  • Use the new command line options and new features in command line options (-keywords, -notimestamp, -subpackages).
  • Discuss the incompatibilities with Custom Doclets.
5 3 2

Annotation Processing Tool  2 questions

  • Identify the correct use of APT.
  • Discuss the goals of this tool.

Not covered: In depth knowledge about this tool.

8 0 5

Trouble-Shooting and Diagnostic Guide  2 questions

  • Explain where to find the Java TM 2 Platform, Standard Edition 5.0 Trouble-Shooting and Diagnostic Guide and how to use it.
  • Identify the type of help that can be found in the Guide.

Not covered: In depth knowledge of the content.
5 2 8

Exam information

  • 15 minutes
  • 10 questions (83)
  • 80% required
  • +1 √
  • - 6  points
  • 15 day delay
  • status: released

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