How to (Re)start Your Java Journey in 2026

Whether new to Java, returning after a break, or looking to modernize an existing approach, this session helps participants navigate the vibrant Java ecosystem of 2026 with confidence. Beyond the language itself, the Java ecosystem continues to expand with powerful build and testing tools, modern frameworks, deployment platforms, and performance-tuned runtimes. Drawing on practical experience from diverse teams and projects, the session highlights the technologies and practices that make the greatest impact in day-to-day development. Attendees gain actionable insights into modernizing their stack, improving developer productivity, and making informed technology choices, all while staying aligned with emerging trends like AI integration, cloud-native development, and sustainable computing. Presented by Richard Fichtner (XDEV Software GmbH) at JavaOne 2026 (CA, March 2026). Note: there are brief audio glitches at the start. They resolve quickly. All JavaOne 2026 talks ➤    • JavaOne 2026   ➤ https://github.com/bbenz/gen-ai-with-... Tags: #Java #JavaOne #Community LRN1109 PGM 17 105