Application performance measurement and Java performance

Application performance measurement is an important part of testing and refining a Java application. Performance and metrics standards help developers and QA teams make sure the application meets expectations and will function properly once it is deployed. In this section on software performance measurement, learn techniques to measure Java performance and application performance effectively and read news about trends in Java metrics.

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Program a Java factorial function with recursion and iteration

This Java recursion tutorial not only shows you how to create a recursive Java factorial function, but also demonstrates how recursive methods and code works on the JVM.
January 18, 2021 18 Jan'21
Top 5 Java recursion examples

We often debate the merits of iterative vs recursive Java code. Take a look at how recursive Java methods work with these 5 Java recursion examples.
May 07, 2020 07 May'20
Oracle's Project Leyden uses static images to ease Java pain

Oracle's new Project Leyden introduces static images to help ease long-standing Java language shortcomings such as slow startup times and unwieldy footprints.
February 24, 2020 24 Feb'20
Top 5 benefits of client-side rendering frameworks

As the name of this site implies, we're big advocates of server-side technologies. But we also recognize that integrating client-side technologies into the web architecture can be advantageous as ...

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Use this Java performance tuning guide to optimize your JVM

There are two steps to Java performance tuning. First, assess your system to make sure it can improve. Then, optimize shared resources like CPU and memory. Continue Reading
Is Java slow? Compared to C++, it's faster than you think

If you find that Java is slower than other languages, such as C++, here's how to better compare the two and the major differences between compiled and interpreted languages. Continue Reading
Top Java programming tools used in application development

There's a multitude of Java tools that help the software development process. Here's a list of Java tools and technologies that every programmer should be aware of. Continue Reading

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DevOps performance teams using AIOps for app performance insights

Find out how enterprise organizations are beginning to leverage algorithmic IT operations to mine performance logs and improve application performance. Continue Reading
Reactive programming the key to scalable software development

As the demands of enterprise software change, software developers are finding reactive systems and reactive programming approaches to be most effective. Continue Reading
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New distributed tracing API completes the feedback loop

As apps get moved to the cloud and software has no fixed address, tracing and troubleshooting are challenges. However, a new distributed tracing API promises to simplify things. Continue Reading
Tips for avoiding external and internal API performance issues

After convincing users to integrate into your system, the last thing you want is for them to suffer from API performance issues. Ensure users that API performance isn't a problem. Continue Reading
Meet the challenge of optimizing system performance

Finding the right metrics for optimizing system performance is challenging. A software engineer offers tips for removing barriers to top performance. Continue Reading

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How to fix high Java CPU usage problems

The root cause of high Java CPU usage is not always simple to diagnose. Let's go over some common misdirections and review what often causes the problem under the hood. Continue Reading
What's the best image optimization for web and mobile apps?

When it comes to images and application development, the optimization opportunities are endless. Expert George Lawton outlines the choices and the challenges. Continue Reading
How a data cache can solve your JavaScript performance problems

There are many barriers to improved web application performance, but using a data cache effectively can break down many of those performance barriers. Continue Reading