reference - Pass by value in Java

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Does Java pass by reference?
Is Java pass by reference?

Hey,

Is it true that Java passes everything by value, and we can't pass something by reference ?

Thanks.

Answer

Good God, it can't be asked again. Java is pass by value - always, in all cases. That's it.

Here's a reference that quotes James Gosling, who should be authoritative enough for anyone:

From the authors of Java: "There is
exactly one parameter passing mode in
Java - pass by value - and that helps
keep things simple." The Java
Programming Language, 2nd ed. by Ken

Arnold and James Gosling, section
2.6.1, page 40, 3rd paragraph.