Best of Awesome Java Newsletter — November 2024

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   Z Garbage Collector in Java

   Java applications have diverse performance requirements, such as throughput, latency, and scalability. The Z Garbage Collector (ZGC) is designed to minimize pause times while efficiently managing large heap sizes. Unlike traditional garbage collectors that can cause significant application pauses, ZGC performs most of its work concurrently with the application, achieving minimal interruptions. This makes it ideal for high-demand environments like financial systems and large-scale cloud applications. The article includes a practical comparison between ZGC and G1 GC, showcasing ZGC's superior performance in maintaining low latency.

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   Spring Boot 3.4.0 available now

   Spring Boot 3.4.0 has been released. It includes various updates and features, improving the overall performance and user experience. By continuing to use their site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with the Cookie Notice.

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   How Fast Does Java Compile? :: The Mill JVM Build Tool

   The post highlights the high performance of the Java compiler, capable of compiling over 100,000 lines of code per second on a single core. However, it points out the significant overhead added by various build tools such as Maven, Gradle, and Mill. Benchmarks show Mill performing better than Maven and Gradle, but all build tools still introduce substantial delays compared to direct compilation with javac. Optimizing for a warm, long-lived JVM can dramatically improve compilation speed, emphasizing the need for more efficient build tools.

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