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Java Developer Advocate Billy Korando on JavaOne 2025, Java 24, and so much more
Jan 30, 2025
Billy Korando, a Java developer advocate at Oracle, dives into the dynamic world of Java. He expresses excitement for JavaOne 2025 and shares insights on the evolution of Java 24 and its new features. The conversation highlights upcoming advancements in the Java ecosystem, including performance enhancements and a unique bug for Apple Silicon Macs. They also touch on the importance of comfortable workspaces and community engagement through resources like a dedicated YouTube channel, making Java more accessible for developers.
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Quick takeaways
- The integration of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) in Spring AI enhances communication with large language models, showcasing Java's growing relevance in AI.
- Java 24, releasing in March 2025, will introduce a new Class File API and improvements from Project Loom, enhancing concurrency and performance.
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Spring AI and the Model Context Protocol
The episode highlights the advancements in the Spring AI space, particularly focusing on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) developed by Anthropic. This protocol serves as a standardized method for integrating diverse datasets with large language models (LLMs), enhancing communication between them. An example presented is the Spring AI-based MCP server created by Martin Lippert, which effectively surfaces information about various Spring projects, including releases and libraries. The speaker expresses excitement about the growing capabilities of Spring AI and its integration potential.
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