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Module 11: Collections Framework Deep Dive

Lesson focus

Map Implementations: HashMap, TreeMap, LinkedHashMap

Store key/value pairs with predictable performance and ordering.

HashMap offers O(1) operations; default load factor 0.75 balances speed/memory.

LinkedHashMap maintains insertion or access order (useful for LRU caches).

TreeMap keeps keys sorted and provides navigational methods; key type must be Comparable or supply a Comparator.

Lesson quiz

Which map is best for LRU eviction?

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