Mastering Java 11: Develop modular and secure Java applications using concurrency and advanced JDK libraries, 2nd Edition - Softcover

Lavieri, Dr. Edward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1789137616 ISBN 13: 9781789137613

Publisher: Packt Publishing, 2018

Synopsis

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 Description

Java 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

About this title

About the Authors

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Packt Publishing
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1789137616
• ISBN 13: 9781789137613
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 462