Mastering Java 9
Published on 6. October 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
456 pages
978-1-78646-873-4 (ISBN)
Description
Your road to becoming a Java Ninja begins here!
About This Book
* This book will teach you to build highly scalable, fast, and secure applications
* It covers major concepts introduced with the new version of Java 9, which includes modular programming, HTTP 2.0, API changes, and more
* It will guide you with tools, techniques and best practices to enhance application development
Who This Book Is For
This book is for enterprise developers and existing Java developers. Basic knowledge of Java would help.
What You Will Learn
* Write modular Java applications in terms of the newly introduced module system
* Migrate existing Java applications to modular ones
* Understand how to use the G1 garbage collector in order to leverage the performance of your applications
* Leverage the possibilities provided the newly introduced Java shell
* Test your application's effectiveness with the JVM harness
* See how Java 9 provides support for the http 2.0 standard
* Use the new process API
* Discover additional enhancements and features provided by Java 9
In Detail
Java 9 and its new features add to the richness of the language, one of the languages most used by developers to build robust software applications. Java 9 comes with a special emphasis on modularity with its integration with Jigsaw. This would be your one-stop guide to mastering the language.
You'll be provided with an overview and explanation of the new features introduced in Java 9 and the importance of the new APIs and enhancements. Some of the new features of Java 9 are ground-breaking and if you are an experienced programmer, you will be able to make your enterprise application leaner by learning these new features. You'll be provided with practical guidance in applying the newly acquired knowledge in regards to Java 9 and further information on future developments of the Java platform. This book will improve your productivity, making your application faster. By learning the best practices in Java, you'll become the "go-to" person in your organization.
By the end of the book, you'll not only know the important concepts of Java 9, but you'll also have a nuanced understanding of the important aspects of programming with this great language.
Style and approach
Concepts and new terminology are explained in simple step-by-step manner. We cover a lot of real-world examples and case studies that will improve your Java productivity. This book covers new features on Java 9 and the much talked about Jigsaw integration.
About This Book
* This book will teach you to build highly scalable, fast, and secure applications
* It covers major concepts introduced with the new version of Java 9, which includes modular programming, HTTP 2.0, API changes, and more
* It will guide you with tools, techniques and best practices to enhance application development
Who This Book Is For
This book is for enterprise developers and existing Java developers. Basic knowledge of Java would help.
What You Will Learn
* Write modular Java applications in terms of the newly introduced module system
* Migrate existing Java applications to modular ones
* Understand how to use the G1 garbage collector in order to leverage the performance of your applications
* Leverage the possibilities provided the newly introduced Java shell
* Test your application's effectiveness with the JVM harness
* See how Java 9 provides support for the http 2.0 standard
* Use the new process API
* Discover additional enhancements and features provided by Java 9
In Detail
Java 9 and its new features add to the richness of the language, one of the languages most used by developers to build robust software applications. Java 9 comes with a special emphasis on modularity with its integration with Jigsaw. This would be your one-stop guide to mastering the language.
You'll be provided with an overview and explanation of the new features introduced in Java 9 and the importance of the new APIs and enhancements. Some of the new features of Java 9 are ground-breaking and if you are an experienced programmer, you will be able to make your enterprise application leaner by learning these new features. You'll be provided with practical guidance in applying the newly acquired knowledge in regards to Java 9 and further information on future developments of the Java platform. This book will improve your productivity, making your application faster. By learning the best practices in Java, you'll become the "go-to" person in your organization.
By the end of the book, you'll not only know the important concepts of Java 9, but you'll also have a nuanced understanding of the important aspects of programming with this great language.
Style and approach
Concepts and new terminology are explained in simple step-by-step manner. We cover a lot of real-world examples and case studies that will improve your Java productivity. This book covers new features on Java 9 and the much talked about Jigsaw integration.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-78646-873-4 (9781786468734)
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Schweitzer Classification
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E-Book
10/2017
1st Edition
Packt Publishing
€43.99
Available for download
Persons
Dr. Edward Lavieri is a veteran developer with a strong academic background. He earned a doctorate in computer science from Colorado Technical University, an MS in management information systems (Bowie State University), an MS in education (Capella University), and an MS in operations management (University of Arkansas).
He has been creating and teaching computer science courses since 2002. Edward retired from the U.S. Navy as a Command Master Chief after 25 years of service. As the founder and creative director of three19, a software design and development studio, Edward is constantly designing and developing software. He uses a variety of game engines and development tools. His passions include developing adaptive learning systems, educational games, and mobile apps.
Edward has authored Adaptive Learning for Educational Game Design (CreateSpace), Getting Started with Unity 5 (Packt), Learning AWS Lumberyard Game Development (Packt), LiveCode Mobile Development HOTSHOT (Packt), LiveCode Mobile Development Cookbook (Packt), and Software Consulting: A Revolutionary Approach (CreateSpace). He was the technical editor for Excel Formulas and Functions for Dummies (Wiley Publishing). He has also developed numerous college courses involving computer science, information systems, and game development. Peter Verhas is a senior developer and software system architect with more than 30 years of software development experience. He currently works for EPAM as a senior developer, where he is involved in many customer projects and actively participates in the education activities of the company. Peter writes a technical blog and is committed to open source software development. He has been using Java since 2005 and is also an author at Java Code Geeks.
He has been creating and teaching computer science courses since 2002. Edward retired from the U.S. Navy as a Command Master Chief after 25 years of service. As the founder and creative director of three19, a software design and development studio, Edward is constantly designing and developing software. He uses a variety of game engines and development tools. His passions include developing adaptive learning systems, educational games, and mobile apps.
Edward has authored Adaptive Learning for Educational Game Design (CreateSpace), Getting Started with Unity 5 (Packt), Learning AWS Lumberyard Game Development (Packt), LiveCode Mobile Development HOTSHOT (Packt), LiveCode Mobile Development Cookbook (Packt), and Software Consulting: A Revolutionary Approach (CreateSpace). He was the technical editor for Excel Formulas and Functions for Dummies (Wiley Publishing). He has also developed numerous college courses involving computer science, information systems, and game development. Peter Verhas is a senior developer and software system architect with more than 30 years of software development experience. He currently works for EPAM as a senior developer, where he is involved in many customer projects and actively participates in the education activities of the company. Peter writes a technical blog and is committed to open source software development. He has been using Java since 2005 and is also an author at Java Code Geeks.