Billy Korando
Java Developer Advocate at Oracle with deep involvement in the Java ecosystem, speaking about language features, Project Loom/Valhalla, Project Panama, and upcoming Java releases.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 46min
Start Your Year with Java Right with Java Developer Advocate Billy Korando
Billy Korando, Java Developer Advocate at Oracle, talks Java language features and the platform's future. Conversation covers Project Loom and virtual threads, Valhalla and value types, Project Panama for native interop, AI-related JVM work, release cadence and Spring support, and what to expect at Java 1. Short, sharp, and full of Java-forward energy.
Jun 21, 2025 • 1h 12min
Not Your Java Package Handler
In this conversation, Billy Korando, a member of Oracle's Java team, delves into his tech journey, from gaming nostalgia with the Apple IIe to his pivotal year as a FedEx package handler. He discusses the evolution of Java and the misconceptions around microservices, emphasizing the necessity of robust coding practices. Billy highlights the importance of automated testing with JUnit 5 and shares insights on Java performance optimization with tools like Java Flight Recorder. His experiences at the Kansas City Developers Conference and reviving JavaOne reveal his passion for community engagement.
Mar 25, 2025 • 60min
S4E7 - JavaOne & JDK 24 with Billy Korando
Billy Korando, a Java Developer Advocate at Oracle and co-organizer of the Kansas City Java Users Group, joins the conversation to unpack the exciting features of JDK 24. He discusses unpinned synchronized virtual threads and stream gatherers, emphasizing their potential to enhance performance. Korando also shares insights from JavaOne 2025, highlights the evolution of Project Amber, and provides tips for testing early access builds. His passion for community engagement shines as he encourages developers to stay updated and contribute to the Java ecosystem.
