Let's get some Java – Java actions

Java actions are a great way to extend your application's functionality by using Java code. Java actions generally handle logic and functionality that would be difficult, cumbersome, or even impossible to build directly in a microflow given standard Mendix functions and limitations. But basically, anything can be built out with Java actions. One drawback is, of course, you need to know Java to begin building out your own Java actions. However, you're not alone and Mendix has put out some excellent app store modules that you'll definitely want to include in most of your projects. Here's a brief look at a few of them:

Figure 9.23 – Community Commons Function library in the Mendix app store

You are definitely going to want this one! Just stop right now, go to the app store, and if you haven't already, add it to your project. The module contains a ton of useful Java actions that will...