What is the difference between a StackOverflowError and a NullPointerException in Minecraft?

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What is the difference between a StackOverflowError and a NullPointerException in Minecraft?
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A StackOverflowError is caused by excessive recursion and running out of stack space. A NullPointerException occurs when you try to access a member of a null object. They are different problems. StackOverflowErrors relate to code structure, while NullPointerExceptions relate to object initialization and null checks. Often, a StackOverflowError *can* be triggered *by* a NullPointerException in a recursive call.