Choosing Collections

Java offers a wide variety of Collections. Choosing which Collection to use can be tricky. See the Examples section for an easy-to-follow flowchart to choose the right Collection for the job.

Java Collections Flowchart

Use the following flowchart to choose the right Collection for the job.

This flowchart was based off [http://i.stack.imgur.com/aSDsG.png) (opens new window)).