Java Meetup: Virtual Threads & the Latest JDK Features

Virtual Threads: Rethinking Concurrency in Java

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This session explores the evolution of Java concurrency—from traditional platform threads and blocking I/O to reactive programming and the introduction of Project Loom. You'll discover how virtual threads work internally, how they differ from operating system threads, and when they should be used in modern Java applications to improve scalability while preserving the simplicity of imperative programming.

About the speaker

Dmitrii Smirnov is a Senior Java Developer at Andersen with extensive experience building fintech and banking solutions. He has contributed to the development of the ABF Payments fintech startup and worked on enterprise projects for leading Asian and European banks, specializing in scalable backend systems and modern Java technologies.

Beyond the Hype: Unpacking the Latest Features of JDK

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Java continues to evolve rapidly, introducing new language features and platform improvements with every release. This session explains the latest JDK innovations by connecting them to the OpenJDK projects behind them and demonstrating their practical value through runnable examples, helping developers confidently adopt modern Java features in their daily work.

About the speaker

Jayashree S Kumar is a Principal Member of Technical Staff in Oracle's Java Platform Group with more than 15 years of experience working on the JDK, core libraries, testing, and support engineering. She is an international conference speaker, co-organizer of Bangalore JUG, and one of the organizers of JavaFest, actively contributing to the global Java community.