Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass - What Is a Deadlock and How Can We Avoid It?

The lecture discusses thread synchronization issues, focusing on deadlocks and livelocks. It explains deadlocks as situations where threads wait indefinitely for resources held by each other, using a Java example to illustrate. Strategies to avoid deadlocks, such as consistent lock ordering and using try-lock with timeouts, are covered. Livelocks, where threads remain active but make no progress, are also introduced.

What is a recommended practice when using locks in multithreading?

Explain the concept of nested locking and its implications.

What is the difference between a deadlock and a livelock?