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Explain memory leaks in JavaScript and how to avoid them.

Mid JavaScript

Answer

Memory leaks occur when unused objects remain referenced.

  • Dangling references
  • Uncleared timers
  • Unremoved event listeners
  • Closures holding unnecessary data

Remove listeners, clear intervals, and nullify unused references.

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