Get Ready for the Latest Java Innovations!

This week's Java news roundup is buzzing with exciting updates! From milestone releases in Spring AI and Spring Cloud to beta launches for Open Liberty and Hibernate, developers have plenty to look forward to. Here’s what you need to know as we dive into the highlights from April 7th, 2025!

JDK 25: New Builds and Fixes!

Just in, Build 18 of the JDK 25 early-access version has been released, incorporating a range of bug fixes from the previous build. Developers are encouraged to report bugs through the Java Bug Database to ensure a smooth experience!

Jakarta EE: Steady Progress towards Release!

Ivar Grimstad, Jakarta EE Developer Advocate, shared thrilling updates on the upcoming Jakarta EE 11 and 12. The team is fast-tracking the Jakarta EE 11 Platform for a release review by the end of May 2025, while ongoing reviews for Jakarta EE 12 are in full swing. Expect several announcements as the April 15 deadline approaches!

Spring Framework Updates: Major Improvements!

The seventh milestone release of Spring AI 1.0.0 is here, featuring structural enhancements aimed at creating a modular and maintainable codebase. This release marks the last milestone before the upcoming release candidate, timed perfectly for the Spring I/O conference in May 2025.

Spring Cloud 2025.0.0, codenamed "Northfields," has also launched its third milestone release, packed with bug fixes and updates across several sub-projects including Spring Cloud Kubernetes and Spring Cloud Circuit Breaker. Plus, pay attention to critical security fixes addressing CVE-2025-22232!

WildFly 36: Unleashing New Features!

WildFly 36 has arrived, bringing exciting features like MicroProfile 7.0 support and improved AI capabilities. There’s even experimental support to launch WildFly directly from JBang, enhancing accessibility for developers.

Open Liberty: Beta Release Highlights!

IBM debuted version 25.0.0.4-beta of Open Liberty, introducing significant enhancements such as file-based health checks and InstantOn support for various J2EE Management features.

Hibernate: Fresh Beta Insights!

Hibernate Reactive 3.0.0 is out with some nifty new methods and bug fixes, making it a must-try for developers looking to optimize their database interactions.

Eclipse Vert.x 5.0: The Final Countdown!

The sixth release candidate of Eclipse Vert.x 5.0.0 brings valuable new features and anticipates a General Availability (GA) release in May 2025. Developers will welcome the introduction of the new VerticleBase class!

Apache Tomcat: Latest Versions Out Now!

Notice! Apache Tomcat's versions 11.0.6 and 9.0.104 are now live, offering new features and improvements, including enhancements to error reporting and URL encoding!

The Future of Java Looks Bright!

With these exciting advancements across the Java ecosystem, there's never been a better time to dive into coding. Stay tuned for more updates and mark your calendars for the upcoming conference!