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In Java, a method reference is a shorthand notation of a lambda expression to call a method. It allows you to refer to a method without executing it. Method references are part of the Java 8 and later features and enhance code readability and maintainability.

There are three types of method references:
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1. Static Method Reference
2. Instance Method Reference
3. Constructor Reference

1. Static Method Reference:-
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A static method reference refers to a static method of a class. This allows you to use the method directly without creating an instance of the class. It’s particularly useful when you want to pass methods as arguments in functional interfaces.

2. Instance Method Reference
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An instance method reference refers to an instance method of a particular object. This allows you to call the method on a specific instance without explicitly using the object reference in the lambda expression.

Benefits of Method References:-
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Readability: Reduces boilerplate code, making the code cleaner and easier to read.
Reusability: Allows you to use existing methods without rewriting code.
By using method references, you can leverage the power of functional programming in Java more effectively!