Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass - Thread Priorities and States

The video tutorial covers thread priorities and states in Java. It explains how thread priorities can influence the thread scheduler's decision to allocate CPU time, though it is not guaranteed. The tutorial also discusses the default priority values and how they can be inherited or changed. A practical example demonstrates how threads with different priorities are scheduled. The second part of the tutorial introduces thread states, explaining the lifecycle of a thread from creation to termination. It highlights the importance of understanding thread states for debugging purposes.

Explain the significance of thread priority in Java.

What is the purpose of the thread scheduler in Java?

How does the priority of a thread affect its scheduling?

Describe the process of changing the priority of a thread in Java.

Why should you not base your program's correctness on thread priority?

What are the different states a thread can have during its lifecycle?

What happens to a thread when it is in the 'waiting' state?