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The December edition of Java Annotated Monthly is here! As usual, you’ll find all the latest Java and Kotlin updates as well as details of key industry events for networking and learning. This issue also features the latest release candidates and targeted JEPs alongside Java tutorials and articles a…

TLDR; The existing String concatenation options are difficult to work with and could be error prone. String Templates (a preview feature introduced in Java 21) greatly improves how we create strings in Java by merging constant strings with variable values. The name of this feature pretty much says …

Welcome to the Java Annotated Monthly – November 2023! As the Java world keeps on spinning, we've gathered a treasure trove of articles, talks, and insights to warm your Java developers’ hearts. This month's edition features a delightful blend of the latest technological advancements and the ever…

The September edition of Java Annotated Monthly is here! With this month’s release of Java 21 approaching, we're excited to bring you a final sneak peek into its crucial features. But that's not all! This edition is packed with helpful articles about cutting-edge AI technologies, including update…

The August edition of Java Annotated Monthly is here! As usual, we’ve selected a collection of fascinating articles covering the latest Java-related news, tech updates, AI and machine learning innovations, and more. We're thrilled to share the exciting news of the recent release of IntelliJ IDEA 202…

Welcome to Java Annotated Monthly!In this edition, we’ll share an abundance of Java news, specifically focusing on the planned features for JDK 21. As always, you'll find a wide range of tutorials covering Java, Kotlin, and other related technologies.  Additionally, we have thought-provoking…

The May edition of Java Annotated Monthly is here! This issue comes with exciting news on the future Java release, including a sneak peek at the JEPs planned for implementation. Our hand-picked selection of Java tutorials will help you sharpen your skills and stay on top of the latest trends. In add…

Welcome to Java Annotated Monthly, your guide to the latest news, updates, and insights on exciting topics developers discuss in the community. This month's issue is special as it introduces 2 crucial releases – Java 20 and IntelliJ IDEA 2023.1! In the Java News section, you’ll find numerous arti…

I’ve been writing about the new Java releases for a while now (since Java 10) and I like how we developers get to know about and use the new Java features every six months. Compared to some of its previous releases, Java 20 adds relatively fewer features. It introduces Scoped Values as an incubating…

If you talk about the syntax, Records seem to be a concise way of creating a new data type to store your immutable data. But what about its semantics? In other words, what does the term ‘Record’ imply? What are its features and limitations? What are the best places to use records, or the worst place…

As a busy developer, it is difficult to keep up with new features and deeply understand where and how you can use them. In this blog post, I’ll cover 5 places where you can use pattern matching in Java without diving into the finer details. When you think you are ready to explore further, check out …

New month – new stories! The February edition of Java Annotated Monthly is here, featuring industry news and trends, helpful tutorials, and step-by-step screencasts. This JAM offers several interesting forecasts about Java and other technologies for the upcoming year. Finally, the Culture and Commun…