
Mastering Java 11
Develop modular and secure Java applications using concurrency and advanced JDK libraries
Packt Publishing
2nd Edition
Published on 27. September 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
462 pages
978-1-78913-761-3 (ISBN)
Description
Update your Java knowledge with the latest features of Java 11, such as the low-Overhead Garbage Collector, Local-Variable Syntax for Lambda Parameters, and Dynamic Class-File Constants
Key Features
Explore the latest features in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11
Enhance your Java application development and migration approaches
Full coverage of modular Java applications, G1 Garbage Collector, JMH
Book DescriptionJava 11 is a long-term release and its new features add to the richness of the language. It emphasizes variable-type inference, performance improvements, along with simplified multithreading.
The Java platform has a special emphasis on modularity, making this the programming platform of choice for millions of developers. The modern Java platform can be used to build robust software applications, including enterprise-level and mobile applications. Fully updated for Java 11, this book stands to help any Java developer enjoy the richness of the Java programming language.
Mastering Java 11 is your one-stop guide to fully understanding recent Java platform updates. It contains detailed explanations of the recent features introduced in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11 along with obtaining practical guidance on how to apply the new features. As you make your way through the chapters, you'll discover further information on the developments of the Java platform and learn about the changes introduced by the variable handles and Project Coin, along with several enhancements in relation to import statements processing. In the concluding chapters, you'll learn to improve your development productivity, making your applications more efficient. You'll also be able to get to grips with the command-line flags with respect to various utilities and the command-line utility changes featured in the current Java platform.
By the end of the book, you'll have obtained an advanced level understanding of the Java platform and its recent changes.What you will learn
Write modular Java applications
Migrate existing Java applications to modular ones
Understand how the default G1 garbage collector works
Leverage the possibilities provided by the newly introduced Java Shell
Performance test your application effectively with the JVM harness
Learn how Java supports the HTTP 2.0 standard
Find out how to use the new Process API
Explore the additional enhancements and features of Java 9, 10, and 11
Who this book is forMastering Java 11 is for experienced Java developers with a solid understanding of the Java language and want to progress to an advanced level.
Key Features
Explore the latest features in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11
Enhance your Java application development and migration approaches
Full coverage of modular Java applications, G1 Garbage Collector, JMH
Book DescriptionJava 11 is a long-term release and its new features add to the richness of the language. It emphasizes variable-type inference, performance improvements, along with simplified multithreading.
The Java platform has a special emphasis on modularity, making this the programming platform of choice for millions of developers. The modern Java platform can be used to build robust software applications, including enterprise-level and mobile applications. Fully updated for Java 11, this book stands to help any Java developer enjoy the richness of the Java programming language.
Mastering Java 11 is your one-stop guide to fully understanding recent Java platform updates. It contains detailed explanations of the recent features introduced in Java 9, Java 10, and Java 11 along with obtaining practical guidance on how to apply the new features. As you make your way through the chapters, you'll discover further information on the developments of the Java platform and learn about the changes introduced by the variable handles and Project Coin, along with several enhancements in relation to import statements processing. In the concluding chapters, you'll learn to improve your development productivity, making your applications more efficient. You'll also be able to get to grips with the command-line flags with respect to various utilities and the command-line utility changes featured in the current Java platform.
By the end of the book, you'll have obtained an advanced level understanding of the Java platform and its recent changes.What you will learn
Write modular Java applications
Migrate existing Java applications to modular ones
Understand how the default G1 garbage collector works
Leverage the possibilities provided by the newly introduced Java Shell
Performance test your application effectively with the JVM harness
Learn how Java supports the HTTP 2.0 standard
Find out how to use the new Process API
Explore the additional enhancements and features of Java 9, 10, and 11
Who this book is forMastering Java 11 is for experienced Java developers with a solid understanding of the Java language and want to progress to an advanced level.
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
US School Grade: College Graduate Student
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
856 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78913-761-3 (9781789137613)
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Dr. Edward Lavieri Jr. | Mandar Jog
Mastering Java 11
Develop modular and secure Java applications using concurrency and advanced JDK libraries
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09/2024
2nd Edition
Packt Publishing
€41.49
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Persons
Dr. Edward Lavieri Jr. is a seasoned software developer and senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). He has developed software for over 30 years and primarily focused on Java for over 20 years. His experience includes both military information systems and the software design and development industry. Dr. Lavieri currently serves as a university dean for a college of computer science and a school of information technology as well as the chief academic officer of a programming bootcamp organization, all part of a regionally accredited US university. He holds a doctorate degree in computer science and a master's degree in information systems, along with other degrees and certificates. Mandar Jog is an expert IT trainer with over 15 years of training experience. He is an expert with technologies such as Java, Spring, Hibernate, and Android. He also possesses SCJP and SCWCD certifications. He is an occasional blogger; he makes the readers to feel "I can" with complex concepts in Java and J2EE. He is a regular speaker at many engineering colleges in technical seminars and workshops. He worked as a technical reviewer on Modular Programming in Java 9 and Mastering Java 9 by Packt Publishing.
Content
Table of Contents
The Java 11 Landscape
Discovering Java 11
Java 11 Fundamentals
Building Modular Applications with Java 11
Migrating Applications to Java 11
Experimenting with the Java Shell
Leveraging the Default G1 Garbage Collector
Micro Benchmarking Applications with JMH
Making use of the Process API
Fine-Grained Stack Tracing
New Tools and Tool Enhancements
Concurrency enhancements
Security Enhancements
Command Line Flags
Additional Enhancements to the Java Platform
Future directions
Contributing to the Java Platform
The Java 11 Landscape
Discovering Java 11
Java 11 Fundamentals
Building Modular Applications with Java 11
Migrating Applications to Java 11
Experimenting with the Java Shell
Leveraging the Default G1 Garbage Collector
Micro Benchmarking Applications with JMH
Making use of the Process API
Fine-Grained Stack Tracing
New Tools and Tool Enhancements
Concurrency enhancements
Security Enhancements
Command Line Flags
Additional Enhancements to the Java Platform
Future directions
Contributing to the Java Platform