Continuations: The Magic Behind Virtual Threads in Java

Explore the powerful mechanism behind Java's virtual threads in this 52-minute Devoxx conference talk. Dive deep into the concept of Continuations, the magic powering virtual thread scalability. Discover how the JVM efficiently switches between numerous virtual threads on a single platform thread. Learn about the Continuation API in Java, its functionality, and practical applications. Gain a clear understanding of virtual threads by creating a simple VirtualThread class using the Continuation API. Uncover the secrets behind program state representation, execution pausing, and resumption capabilities that make virtual threads possible.