Java 25 and Beyond

Bring your Java skills up to date and discover the full diversity of modern Java! This book guides you step by step through the most important new features up to the current Java 25 LTS, while also drawing on proven highlights from earlier versions.

It covers numerous language and syntax improvements, such as switch extensions, records, and text blocks. We also take a look at new API functions related to streams, strings, virtual threads, structured concurrency, and much more. One focus is on the increasingly popular pattern matching, especially in combination with record patterns.

The book is rounded off with practical exercises and detailed sample solutions to help you consolidate what you have learned.

What You Will Learn:

• Trace Java’s evolution up to version 25 LTS.
• Describe key language features like switch, records, and text blocks.
• Explore pattern matching and record patterns in depth.
• Assess enhancements in streams and stream gatherer.
• Apply virtual threads and structured concurrency.
• Use modern Java features in practical coding scenarios.
• Identify hidden gems from earlier Java releases.

Who This Book is for:

Readers already proficient in Java who seek a focused overview of key features introduced in versions 12 through 25 LTS. It targets both emerging developers and seasoned professionals looking to deepen or refresh their understanding for practical application in modern projects.

Michael Inden is a Java and Python enthusiast with over twenty-five years of professional experience. He has worked for various international companies in multiple roles, including software developer, software architect, team leader, CTO, Head of Development, and trainer. Currently, he works as a freelance consultant. In addition, he speaks at conferences and writes specialist books, such as the pairings “Java Challenges” / “Python Challenges”, as well as numerous books in German, including “Der Weg zum Java-Profi” and “Einfach Java”/ “Einfach Python”.