JSRs and APIs
In this section on the Java programming language, get news, advice, and tutorials on using Java in enterprise application development. Learn why Java is so widely used in programming today, and discover tricks to use and pitfalls to avoid. It's important to stay informed about the latest Java Specification Requests (JSRs) and application programming interfaces (APIs). We bring you news about JSRs and APIs, popular Java platforms, classes, objects, IDEs, and SDKs that exist for programming in Java.
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JSRs and APIs News
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March 29, 2018
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Mar'18
Fair-use defense fails in Oracle vs. Google Android lawsuit
A final appeal in the Oracle vs. Google Android lawsuit has come down against Alphabet Inc., asserting its use of Java APIs did not constitute fair use.
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March 22, 2018
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Mar'18
Why the new Java 10 features list is so small
Was it just me, or did the Java 10 release just creep up on everyone? Given, a March release for Java 10 was planned a long time ago, but given Oracle's spotty history in terms of pushing out ...
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November 22, 2017
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Nov'17
The impact of Java SE 9 on operations and development teams
Just prior to JavaOne, TheServerSide spoke with ZeroTurnaround's Simon Maple about all of the things going on with Java SE 9 and the greater Java ecosystem. A couple of interesting articles eluted ...
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October 03, 2017
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Oct'17
Oracle VP talks Java EE 8, Java platform update at JavaOne
Will the future involvement of the Eclipse Foundation lead to a faster and more nimble Java platform update process? Oracle's Michael Lehmann believes it will.
JSRs and APIs Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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How to install the JDK on Windows and set up JAVA_HOME
Is it time to install the latest Java release? Here is a quick look at how to get Java running on Windows, how to set up JAVA_HOME and how to configure the Java path setting as well. Continue Reading
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Here's how to add Java certified developer to your resume
Ever think about acquiring your Java certification? Here we take a look at the benefits of getting Java certified and the steps to take to ensure that it happens. Continue Reading
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What thought leaders were saying about Java SE 9 in 2017
Understandably, Java SE 9 was a popular topic of discussion in 2017, but so were DevOps and cloud native, according to this list of the 10 most popular podcasts of 2017. Continue Reading
Evaluate JSRs and APIs Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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How JPA and Hibernate simplify data persistence
JPA is the Java standard for data persistence, especially for relational systems. Here, we explore how Hibernate and JPA work together to make database processes easier. Continue Reading
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Java versioning: Why Java 10 maps to version 18.3 of the JDK
When it comes to Java versioning, things have never been straightforward. Java 2 mapped to JDK 1.2. Java 5 mapped to JDK 1.5. But how did Java 10 end up mapping to JDK 18.3? Continue Reading
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Stay ahead of Java security issues like SQL and LDAP injections
Java security best practices include validating input to prevent injection attacks and managing malicious JAR vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
Manage JSRs and APIs
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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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
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Migrations to Oracle's Java SE 9 platform may be delayed
Oracle did a great job getting Java SE 9 released earlier this year, but modularity and various smaller updates may not be enough to get users to quickly migrate to JDK 9. Continue Reading
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iText software simplifies the portable document format
Struggling with the rendering of PDF files? The iText PDF tool suite might provide the simplicity you need. Continue Reading
Problem Solve JSRs and APIs Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Bridging the gap between WebRTC, VoIP and phones
The WebRTC protocol has shown great promise for integrating telephony capabilities into modern enterprise applications. But challenges remain. Continue Reading