How do I find out what method from what class invoked the method that is currently running?

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How do I find out what method from what class invoked the method that is currently running?

You may want to look into examining stack traces. Eg. Consider following example:

Main.java:

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outputs:

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You can write a utility class that parses this information and return it to you in a more useful manner.

I remember reading an article about examining stack traces, with such a utility class, but can't find it. I think it was on DDJ, but not sure. Please post it here as a comment if you spot it.

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Author of answer: Joris Van den Bogaert

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