Continuations - The Magic Behind Virtual Threads in Java

Explore the underlying mechanism of virtual threads in Java through this 51-minute conference talk at Spring I/O 2024 in Barcelona. Delve into the concept of Continuations, the powerful feature enabling high scalability and efficient thread switching in Java's virtual thread implementation. Learn how Continuations represent program state and allow for pausing and resuming execution. Gain hands-on experience by creating a simple VirtualThread class using the Continuation API, providing a clear understanding of how virtual threads operate. Access accompanying slides and code repository for further study and practical application of the concepts discussed.