Evolving the Java Language - Principles and Directions

Explore the evolution of the Java programming language in this 50-minute conference talk by Brian Goetz. Dive into the principles guiding Java's development, the role of evolution in programming languages, and major language initiatives. Learn about Project Amber and its focus on productivity-oriented language features. Discover Project Valhalla, which aims to improve performance and memory efficiency through innovations in data layout, value types, and generics. Gain insights into specialized generics and how they enhance Java's capabilities for working with primitive types and values.