Java in the Cloud with GraalVM

Explore GraalVM's capabilities for optimizing Java applications in cloud environments through this conference talk. Learn about Native Image technology for fast startup, low memory footprint, and instant performance. Discover how GraalVM integrates with Java microservice frameworks, compare JIT and AOT compilation, and understand the benefits of reduced attack surface. Witness demos on startup performance and attack surface reduction. Dive into scalable microservices with Helidon SE, compact packaging, and containerization. Address challenges like reflection handling and build-time requirements. Get insights on GraalVM's latest features, community roadmap, and future developments. Gain practical knowledge to leverage GraalVM for efficient Java deployments in the cloud.

Intro
What GraalVM offers
GraalVM Java microservice frameworks
Java in the cloud - Goals
Native image build process
JIT vs AOT
Low resource usage
JIT vs AOT: Memory
Example: Horizontal scaling of microservices
Demo: Startup & performance
Minimize vulnerability
Reduced attack surface
Demo: Reducing attach surface
Scalable microservices with Helidon SE & Native Image
Compact packaging
Single native executable
Lightweight containerized applications
What's the catch?
GraalVM & reflection?
Required build time step
What's new in GraalVM?
New monitoring features in GraalVM Native Image
GraalVM community roadmap on GitHub
What's next for GraalVM?
What's next for Native Image?
Get started with GraalVM
Summary
Outro