Java Keeps Throttling Up

Explore the latest advancements in Java programming through this comprehensive conference talk. Dive into the rapid evolution of Java, including new features like switch clause syntax, CONSTANT_DYNAMIC bytecode instruction, and ongoing developments in method writing and lazy evaluated constants. Learn about exciting projects such as Loom for concurrent programming, Amber for data types and language constructs, and Valhalla for inline types. Gain insights from Java experts José Paumard and Remi Forax as they provide detailed explanations, code examples, and live demonstrations of preview versions. Discover the future of Java, including pattern matching, null pointer exception improvements, and the continuation model. Understand how these advancements will impact Java development and prepare for the upcoming changes in this dynamic programming language.

Intro
Disclaimer
The past
Is Java a great artist
What was the plan
Question to the audience
Null pointer exception
Debug information
The continuation model
Demo
How it works
continuation vs thread
current API model
early access prototype
pattern matching
expression switch