How can I create a memory leak in Java?

Question

I just had an interview, and I was asked to create a memory leak with Java.

Needless to say, I felt pretty dumb having no clue on how to eve

Answer 1

Everyone always forgets the native code route. Here's a simple formula for a leak:

1. Declare native method.
2. In native method, call malloc. Don't call free.
3. Call the native method.

Remember, memory allocations in native code come from the JVM heap.