Why can't I define a static method in a Java interface?

Question

EDIT: As of Java 8, static methods are now allowed in interfaces.

Here\'s the example:

public interface IXMLizable         


        

Answer 1

Commenting EDIT: As of Java 8, static methods are now allowed in interfaces.

It is right, static methods since Java 8 are allowed in interfaces, but your example still won't work. You cannot just define a static method: you have to implement it or you will obtain a compilation error.