Description: Java memory monitoring involves tracking memory usage and leaks in Java applications. This process is crucial for ensuring optimal application performance, as inefficient memory management can lead to issues like ‘OutOfMemoryError,’ which can cause application crashes. Monitoring allows developers to identify how much memory their application is using in real-time and detect objects that are not being properly released, which may indicate a memory leak. Tools like VisualVM, JConsole, and profiling tools like YourKit or JProfiler are commonly used for this purpose. These tools provide detailed information about memory usage, including statistics on heap memory, non-heap memory, and the number of objects in memory. Additionally, they allow developers to perform performance analysis and optimize resource usage, which is essential in diverse production environments where efficiency is key. Memory monitoring not only helps improve application performance but also contributes to a better user experience by minimizing load times and avoiding unexpected freezes.
