Java News Roundup: OpenJDK JEPs, Spring Projects, Quarkus, Hibernate, JHipster, JReleaser - April 29th, 2024

Java News Roundup: OpenJDK JEPs, Spring Projects, Quarkus, Hibernate, JHipster, JReleaser - April 29th, 2024

As we dive into April 29th, 2024, the Java community is abuzz with exciting developments. This week's Java roundup brings a plethora of news and updates from the world of Java programming. Let's explore some of the key highlights:

JEP 476: Module Import Declarations (Preview)

JEP 476 introduces a valuable enhancement to the Java platform, allowing developers to declare explicitly when a module not in the upgradeable module path is imported. This feature aims to improve the integrity and maintainability of large-scale projects.

JEP 474: ZGC - Generational Mode by Default

Another significant advancement is the default generational mode in Z Garbage Collector (ZGC), as proposed in JEP 474. This change promises to enhance the performance and efficiency of garbage collection in the upcoming JDK 23 release.

New JEP Candidates on the Horizon

Excitingly, the Java Enhancement Proposals (JEPs) community is teeming with new proposals and candidates that seek to push the boundaries of Java technology further. Stay tuned for the upcoming enhancements and features that might shape the future of Java programming.

Updates to Spring Projects, Quarkus, Hibernate, and More

Besides the JEP highlights, the Java ecosystem witnesses updates to various frameworks and tools. Spring projects, Quarkus, Hibernate ORM, Hibernate Reactor, JHipster, JHipster Lite, and JReleaser have all received refreshing updates to enrich the development experience for Java developers worldwide.

Stay tuned for more insightful news, releases, and developments in the Java world as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of Java programming.

By Michael Redlich