Welcome to LWorld - The Current State of Value Types in Java

Explore the current state of value types in Java through this informative conference talk. Delve into Project Valhalla's efforts to enhance Java's memory density by creating compact, cache-efficient data structures. Learn about the challenges of introducing inline types to a platform with decades-old libraries and applications. Discover the evolution from Minimal Value Types to LWorld, where inline types and references are unified. Understand the opportunities and challenges presented by LWorld in integrating value types with existing Java ecosystems. Gain insights from Tobi Ajila, a Java Runtime developer for the J9 VM team, as he shares his expertise on Project Valhalla, Project Jigsaw, and Project Panama. Uncover the complexities of implementing new features in Java while maintaining compatibility with legacy code.