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Java 11 and 12 ??? New Features
Java 11 and 12 ??? New Features

Java 11 and 12 ??? New Features: Learn about Project Amber and the latest developments in the Java language and platform

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Java 11 and 12 ??? New Features

Section 1: JDK 10

This section will help you get started with type inferencing, which was one of the main features of Java 10. We will then learn about application class data sharing, which helps in selecting application classes in the shared archived files. Moving on, we will explore more about the GC interface and parallel full GC for G1. Lastly, we will cover the remaining additions or updates to Java 10, most of which are related to changes in the JDK or its implementation.

The following chapters will be covered in this section:

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Key benefits

  • Overcome the challenges involved in migrating to new versions of Java
  • Discover how Oracle has bridged the gap between Java and native code
  • Make the best use of new Java features and libraries in your applications

Description

With its new six-monthly release cadence, Java is moving forward faster. In addition to planned version releases, a lot of work is currently being undertaken on various Java projects at Oracle. In order to make best use of the new features in their applications and libraries, you must be well-versed with the most recent advancements. Java 11 and 12 – New Features will take you through the latest developments in Java, right from variable type inference and simplified multithreading through to performance improvements, which are covered in depth to help you make your applications more efficient. This book explains the relevance and applicability of Java's new features, and answers your questions on whether to invest in migrating to new Java versions and when to migrate. You'll also get to grips with platform features, such as AppCDS and new garbage collectors, to tune and optimize your application—from reduced launch time and latency to improved performance and throughput. By the end of this book, you will be equipped with a thorough understanding of the new features of Java 11, 12, and Project Amber, and possess the skills to apply them with a view to improving your application's performance.

Who is this book for?

If you’re an executive or solutions architect responsible for technology selection or Java migration decisions, this Java book is for you. You’ll also benefit from this book if you’re a computer science enthusiast curious to learn about the latest and upcoming Java features. This book will help you migrate your solutions from Java 8 or older to the latest Java release.

What you will learn

  • Study type interference and how to work with the var type
  • Understand Class-Data Sharing, its benefits, and limitations
  • Discover platform options to reduce your application's launch time
  • Improve application performance by switching garbage collectors
  • Get up to date with the new Java release cadence
  • Define and assess decision criteria for migrating to a new version of Java

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Publication date : Mar 26, 2019
Length: 242 pages
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Table of Contents

22 Chapters
Section 1: JDK 10 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Type Inference Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
AppCDS Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Garbage Collector Optimizations Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Miscellaneous Improvements in JDK 10 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 2: JDK 11 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Local Variable Syntax for Lambda Parameters Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Epsilon GC Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
The HTTP Client API Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
ZGC Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Flight Recorder and Mission Control Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Miscellaneous Improvements in JDK 11 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 3: JDK 12 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Switch Expressions Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Miscellaneous Improvements in JDK 12 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 4: Project Amber Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Enhanced Enums in Project Amber Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Data Classes and Their Usage Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Raw String Literals Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Lambda Leftovers Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Pattern Matching Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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