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Java Ecosystem Surge: JDK 26/27 EA, GlassFish 8.0 M15 & Spring Shell 4.0 RC

Key Highlights The Big Picture: The Java world received a flurry of releases this week, spanning JDK 26/27 early‑access builds, GlassFish 8.0 M15, Spring Shell 4.0 RC1, and dozens of framework updates. Technical Edge: JDK 26 Build 29 adds critical bug fixes, while GlassFish 8.0 M15 introduces NoSQL support for Jakarta Data—both aimed at smoothing cloud‑native development. The Bottom Line: If you’re building modern microservices or experimenting with GPU‑accelerated Java, these updates give you a more stable, feature‑rich foundation right now. 🚀 The Java ecosystem moves fast, and staying current can feel like chasing a moving train. This week’s roundup gives you a concise map of the most impactful releases, from core JDK builds to the frameworks that sit on top of them. Java remains the backbone of enterprise and cloud workloads, so understanding these updates helps us avoid hidden pitfalls and leverage new capabilities. ...

December 22, 2025 · 4 min · TechLife
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Java News Roundup: December 8th, 2025

Key Highlights Major Release: Spring Tools 5.0 is now available, aligning with the next generation of the Spring ecosystem. Java Updates: JDK 26 and JDK 27 early-access builds have been released, featuring various fixes and improvements. TornadoVM: Version 2.1.0 of TornadoVM has been released, with a bug fix and an improvement to the ByteArray class. The Java ecosystem has been buzzing with activity, and this week’s roundup is no exception. From the release of Spring Tools 5.0 to the latest updates in JDK 26 and JDK 27, there’s a lot to unpack. We’ll dive into the details of these updates and explore what they mean for Java developers. ...

December 15, 2025 · 2 min · TechLife
Java Roundup November 17th 2025

Java Roundup: November 17th, 2025

Key Highlights Jakarta EE 12 is on track for a summer 2026 release, with Milestone 2 expected on December 9 Liberica JDK updates include patches for four CVEs, addressing security vulnerabilities Open Liberty beta release features support for Spring Boot 4.0 and Jakarta Data 1.1 This week’s Java roundup is packed with exciting updates from the Java ecosystem. As the industry continues to evolve, it’s essential to stay up-to-date with the latest developments. The Jakarta EE 12 release is a significant milestone, reflecting the community’s efforts to improve the platform. Meanwhile, Liberica JDK’s updates demonstrate the importance of addressing security vulnerabilities. These updates are crucial for developers, as they ensure the stability and security of their applications. ...

November 25, 2025 · 3 min · TechLife