Inspecting Classes

The ability to inspect classes in Java using reflection opens up a world of possibilities. Imagine being able to analyze and manipulate the properties and behaviors of classes at runtime. This capability is not just a neat trick; it can be incredibly valuable in scenarios like frameworks, libraries, and even debugging tools.

In this chapter, we will dive deep into the various ways you can inspect Java classes using reflection. We'll explore how to access class metadata, including its name, modifiers, interfaces, and more.