Open source Java

Open source development tools offer a more affordable and more customizable means to develop Java software. Although problems and costs can arise from lack of documentation and support, many enterprise developers make open source development a large part of their Java dev strategies. In this section on open source strategies, learn the capabilities of different tools, discover new open source Java tools, and get tips and advice on integrating and contributing to open source projects.

November 16, 2018 16 Nov'18
At Acquia Engage, CTO talks of open source WCM, Red Hat buy

Drupal author and Acquia founder Dries Buytaert talks about how the web content management system written for fun is morphing into a platform from which CX and e-commerce flow.
August 14, 2017 14 Aug'17
Gender and ethnic parity is not equivalent to workplace diversity

Former Google employee James Damore's recently leaked memo about his old employer's employment activities has brought the discussion about IT hiring practices to the fore. After reading a vast ...
October 05, 2016 05 Oct'16
Pros and cons of a DIY approach to contributing to open source efforts

Everyone wants to contribute to open source projects, but few consider the risks. Salesforce evangelist James Ward outlines the legal and security risks involved.
June 17, 2016 17 Jun'16
Apache Spark streaming analytics engine key to integrating big data

Learn how a variety of improvements to the open source Apache Spark streaming analytics engine promises to improve the development of big data applications.

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