Spring Framework 5.0 on JDK 8 & 9

Explore the evolution of Spring Framework 5.0 and its compatibility with JDK 8 and 9 in this comprehensive conference talk. Dive into the benefits of adopting a JDK 8 baseline and understand the challenges frameworks face when transitioning to JDK 9. Learn about Java 8's dominance, the revisited code base, and new features like default methods and programmatic registration. Discover the intricacies of reactive programming, router functions, and reactive streams. Gain insights into JDK 9 modules, internal module graphs, and the Spring Framework 5 module path. Receive concrete advice for upgrading Spring applications to JDK 9, considering both classpath and module path (Jigsaw) approaches. Evaluate the benefits and tradeoffs involved in this transition, equipping yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions about adopting these technologies in your projects.

Introduction
Usage Style
Reactive Programming
Why JDK 8
Java 8 dominance
Revisiting the code base
Default Methods
Programmatic Registration
Router Functions
Java 8 Baseline
JDK 9 Baseline
Reactive Streams
JDK 9 Modules
JDK Internal Module Graph
JDK 9 Module Path
Spring Framework 5 Module Path
Spring Framework 5 Module Info
Recommendations
Dates