What causes a Stack Overflow error?
A Stack Overflow occurs when the Call Stack exceeds its memory limit, almost always caused by infinite recursion (a function calling itself without a base case).
Verify This Answer
Cross-check this information using these trusted sources:
More FAQs in The Call Stack: How Functions Execute in Memory
The Call Stack is an internal memory structure used by the computer to keep track of active functions and where to return control after a function finishes.
It uses a Stack, which operates on a Last-In, First-Out (LIFO) principle, ensuring the most recently called function finishes first.
Local variables are stored inside the function's specific 'frame' on the Call Stack. When the function finishes and pops off, those variables are destroyed.
Still have questions?
Browse all our FAQs or reach out to our support team