Spring Office Hours

Foundational setup for getting started with the Spring ecosystem. Practical choices like Java versions, Maven vs Gradle, and using Spring Boot and start.spring. Discussion of why frameworks like Spring exist, core patterns such as dependency injection, and where Spring fits beyond web apps. Advice on learning paths, using AI as a pair, and contributing to open source.

Dan and DaShaun dive into a vibrant community Q&A, tackling everything from upcoming conference plans to using AI for better presentation submissions. They discuss the balance between mastering AI tools and learning fundamentals, while recommending practical steps for adopting tech incrementally. The duo highlights new features in the Spring ecosystem, including updates on Spring AI, and promotes effective practices like prompt caching to optimize usage. They round off with insights on productivity automation and soliciting community input for future topics.

The hosts dive into their bold predictions for 2026, highlighting the upcoming Spring Framework 7 and Spring Boot 4. They discuss the rapid growth of AI in development workflows and how tools like LLMs will revolutionize programming. Upcoming trends in Java adoption and Project Valhalla's impact on performance are explored. The conversation also touches on the need for better benchmarks for AI models and the future of hiring in tech. Listeners can expect a focus on practical AI workflows and the evolving landscape of software development.

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for the Season 4 finale of Spring Office Hours! In this special episode, the hosts look back on an incredible year in the Spring ecosystem. They'll revisit their 2025 predictions from Episode 1, did they nail it or miss the mark? From the release of JDK 24 and 25 to Spring Boot 4, Spring Framework 7, and Spring AI reaching GA, it's been a landmark year. The guys will also reflect on 35 episodes of great conversations, conference highlights from JavaOne to SpringOne, and celebrate the community that made it all possible. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform.

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for the latest updates from the Spring Ecosystem. In this episode, Dan and DaShaun sit down with Spring Team member Brian Clozel to discuss OpenTelemetry (OTEL) and how to leverage it in your Spring Boot applications. Learn how OTEL provides a vendor-neutral standard for collecting telemetry data including traces, metrics, and logs to gain deeper observability into your applications. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform.Show Notes:OpenTelemtry with Spring BootBrian Clozel GitHubBrian Clozel on Mastodon 

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for the latest updates from the Spring Ecosystem. In this episode, Dan welcomes architect, author, and speaker Nate Schutta to discuss "The Fundamentals of Software Engineering", an upcoming book Nate and Dan are co-authoring together. Get an inside look at what inspired the book, the essential concepts every developer should master, and what readers can expect from this collaborative project. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform.Show Notes:Fundamentals of Software EngineeringNate Schutta 

Josh Cummings, a Spring Security team member and application security expert, shares his journey into open source and the development of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Spring Security. He explains the importance of combining different security factors and discusses how MFA enhances application security. Josh dives into the design evolution that allowed MFA’s integration, practical use cases, and conservative user experience choices to minimize risks. He also highlights testing support for MFA and recommends best practices for password encoders.

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for an interactive Q&A session focused on the highly anticipated Spring Boot 4 release. In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the new features and improvements coming with Spring Boot 4, answer community questions about the release, and provide practical guidance on upgrade paths from previous versions. Whether you're planning your migration strategy or curious about what's new, this episode delivers essential insights for Spring developers preparing for the next major version.Show NotesSpring Boot 4 Release NotesThe Road to GA Blog Series

Dive into the exciting advancements of Spring Framework 7 and Spring Boot 4! Discover the new null safety features that reduce runtime errors and how teams can adopt them progressively. Learn about the enhanced REST test client that simplifies API testing and the importance of built-in API versioning for enterprise consistency. Get insights on programmatic bean registration and the latest upgrades in associated ecosystem projects like Spring Security and Jackson 3. There's plenty to explore for anyone interested in Spring's evolution!

Join Spring Security expert Daniel Garnier-Moiroux as he unpacks the world of MCP server security. With a focus on OAuth2 and API key integrations, he emphasizes the importance of secure public MCP servers to protect sensitive data. Daniel discusses the evolution of the MCP specification around security, best practices for implementing authorization, and the role of tools like the MCP Inspector for testing OAuth flows. Whether you're building enterprise applications or exploring new projects, Daniel's insights are crucial for a secure Spring AI ecosystem.