Does it help GC to null local variables in Java

Question

I was \'forced\' to add myLocalVar = null; statement into finally clause just before leaving method. Reason is to help GC. I was told I will get SMS\'s during n

Answer 1

Another possible factor in this myth is that it can make a difference to null out a local variable if you are done with it before the end of the method. This would allow the GC to collect that object before the method is complete, which could be useful.

Someone might have been given that advice at some point and misunderstood it as a need to always null out the local variables.