Question

I know that I can use the getParameter() to pass client-side objects, but I am wondering what to use to pass server-side objects like I do with the getParameter. I have seen the getAttribute but do I need to use the setAttribute on the first JSP page and then the getAttribute on the second page. Any help would be greatly appriciated.

Answer 1

• If you are using forward (jsp:foprward or RequestDispatcher) from one page to another, then use request.setAttribute(..) and request.getAttribute(), because you are within the same request
• If you are using redirect (via response.sendRedirect()), then use request.getSession().setAttribute(..) and request.getSession().getAttribute()