What are some examples of using assert in Java?

Can you explain how to use assert in Java with some examples?

Sure! The assert statement in Java is used to make an assertion, which is a condition that you believe to be true at a certain point in your code.

What is the syntax for using assert?

The syntax is: assert condition; or assert condition : message; where condition is a boolean expression.

Can you give me a practical example?

Absolutely! For instance, you can use it to check if a variable is not null: assert myVariable != null : "Variable should not be null";.

When should I use assert statements?

Use assert statements during development and testing to catch programming errors, but avoid using them for argument checking in public methods.