Everything You Never Wanted to Know about Java Class Initialization

Explore the intricacies of Java class initialization in this 39-minute conference talk presented by Christian Wimmer, Architect of the GraalVM Team at Oracle, during the JVM Language Summit 2023 in Santa Clara, CA. Delve into the complex and often overlooked aspects of class initialization in Java, gaining insights that go beyond common knowledge. Learn about the nuances, edge cases, and potential pitfalls that developers may encounter when working with Java classes. This talk is part of the JVMLS playlist, offering valuable knowledge for Java developers, OpenJDK contributors, and those interested in the inner workings of the Java Virtual Machine.