Functional Interfaces

Functional-Interfaces

Functional interfaces are a key concept introduced in Java 8, representing interfaces that contain exactly one abstract method, also known as Single Abstract Method (SAM) interfaces. This characteristic allows them to be used as the basis for lambda expressions, which provide a concise way to express instances of functional interfaces. While the use of the @FunctionalInterface annotation is not mandatory, it helps enforce the rule of having a single abstract method, ensuring that the interface remains suitable for lambda expressions. Java’s standard library includes numerous built-in functional interfaces, facilitating functional programming practices within the object-oriented paradigm.

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Introduction In Java 8+, a functional interface is an interface that has just one abstract method (aside from the methods of Object). See JLS §9.8. Functional Interfaces .

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🌱 What is a Functional Interface? A functional interface is an interface that has exactly one abstract method (a.k.a. SAM — Single Abstract Method). Examples you already know: Runnable (run)

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Introduction The functional interface is an interface that contains only one abstract method . You can use lambda expressions to create instances of this interface.

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Understand functional interfaces

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