The InfoQ Podcast

InfoQ Java Trends Report 2024 - Discussing Insights with Ixchel Ruiz and Gunnar Morling

Dec 18, 2024
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Gunnar Morling
Guest
Ixchel Ruiz
Ixchel Ruiz, a Senior Software Developer at Karakun, and Gunnar Morling, a Software Engineer at Decodable, discuss the latest trends in Java and share insights from the 2024 InfoQ Java Trends Report. They explore Java's six-month release cadence and innovations like Project Lilliput, focusing on memory management and performance. The conversation also touches on nullability issues, the impact of Python, and a challenge involving processing one billion rows. Their passion for community engagement shines through as they highlight Java's ongoing relevance in the tech landscape.
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INSIGHT

Java's Reinvention

  • Java reinvents itself by adopting proven concepts from other languages.
  • This opportunistic approach allows Java to stay relevant and address past limitations like GC pauses.
ANECDOTE

String Templates Surprise

  • Michael Redlich was surprised by the String Templates API's unexpected removal from JDK.
  • The removal, due to unintended consequences, highlights the careful consideration given to Java features.
INSIGHT

Courage to Backtrack

  • Removing String Templates demonstrates the Java team's maturity and commitment to quality.
  • Delaying features is acceptable for long-term improvement.
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