About us
The London Java Community (LJC) is a group of Java Enthusiasts who are interested in benefiting from shared knowledge in the industry. Through our forum and regular meetings you can keep in touch with the latest industry developments, learn new Java (& other JVM) technologies, meet other developers, discuss technical/non technical issues and network further throughout the Java Community.
FAQ
What is the LJC?
What goes on in the LJC?
Who can join?
Is there a fee to Join, is there a fee for the events?
How do I join?
Do you have to go to every presentation?
Where are the events held?
Can I read some member feedback?
Can I give a presentation to the LJC?
What is the LJC?
The LJC is an official Java User Group for developers based in London. It was founded in November 2007 and since then has grown to over 5000 members and is now the biggest Java User Group in the UK.
What goes on in the LJC?
We run a variety of regular events ranging from social events and technical presentations to our full day unconference. On top of the events we run prize draws and have an active mailing list/forum. We support the Graduate Development Community in London and promote London based Open Source Software projects where possible.
Who can join?
Membership is restricted to Java developers working in or around London (or those hoping to train in Java, or relocate to London). Membership will not be granted to those involved in the recruitment industry.
Is there a fee to Join, is there a fee for the events?
It’s completely free to join and 99% of our events are completely free. The only event which is charged for is the Unconference, the charge is minimal and it is there to cover refreshments on the day.
How do I join?
Just click on the link on this page to sign up to the mailing list, you'll hear of all of our latest news and events and can take part in the monthly prize draws.
Do you have to go to every presentation?
Absolutely not – it’s completely up to you which events you attend and which you don’t. Every event attracts a different crowd.
Where are the events held?
Europe's Premier technical training company, Skills Matter (Barbican) sponsor most of our events by providing the venue.
Can I read some member feedback?
We have been collecting feedback for the last few years from our members you can read it here: https://www.meetup.com/Londonjavacommunity/about/comments/?op=all
Can I give a presentation to the LJC?
We run various in-person and online events, and welcome highly experienced speakers, all the way through to those just starting out. If you have a presentation you'd like to submit for consideration, please visit https://sessionize.com/ljc
For further information see our blog here: https://londonjavacommunity.wordpress.com/s... Do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions.
Barry Cranford
Founder of London Java Community
Upcoming events
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LJC Roundtable: The JCP, Java Community & The Future of Java
The Marquis Cornwallis, 31 Marchmont St, Greater, London WC1N 1AP, UK, London, GBPlease register on eventbrite to join this event.
Join the London Java Community for an evening of conversation, collaboration and community at The Marquis Cornwallis in Bloomsbury, London, as we bring Java developers and community members together for our latest LJC Roundtable.
We’re delighted to be hosting this event with the support of our new LJC partners, Vonage. We’re excited to welcome Vonage to the LJC community and look forward to working together to create more opportunities for the Java community to connect, share knowledge and shape the future of the ecosystem.
This informal, discussion-led evening is an opportunity to share ideas, explore the topics shaping the Java ecosystem and hear directly from leaders helping to influence the future of Java.
Special Guest Speaker: Heather VanCura
We’re delighted to welcome Heather VanCura, Vice President at Oracle and Chairperson of the Java Community Process (JCP), who will open the evening with a short talk about the JCP and the wider Java Community — providing inspiration and context for our roundtable discussions.
Heather will also explore some of the key JCP working groups and areas of community collaboration, including:
- Java in Education – supporting the next generation of Java developers and exploring how Java can continue to play a role in education.
- The Java Ecosystem – collaboration across the community and the wider ecosystem that keeps Java evolving.
- Java & AI – exploring the opportunities, challenges and community conversations around Java and the rapidly developing world of AI.
There will be plenty of time to dive deeper into these topics, share your own experiences and discuss where the Java community should focus next.
About Heather VanCura
Heather VanCura is a seasoned global business executive with more than 20 years of experience driving brand and shareholder value. She is Senior Director and Chairperson of the Java Community Process (JCP), where she leads collaboration among major technology companies including Amazon, Google, IBM, Intel, Microsoft and others on Java standards.At Oracle, Heather also heads the MySQL Community and Developer Relations team. An international keynote speaker, she has presented across six continents and in more than 50 countries.
Beyond her corporate roles, Heather advises on digital transformation, consults on virtual events, serves as an Expert in Residence at Rippleworks, and mentors technical leaders through initiatives including Andela, TechBridge and Women Who Code.
What to Expect
This is a roundtable, not a traditional conference talk. Heather’s introduction will provide some thought-provoking ideas and context before we open up the discussion to the community.Come along to:
- Hear from Heather about the JCP and the future of Java
- Learn more about current JCP working groups and initiatives
- Share your perspectives on Java, AI and the wider ecosystem
- Exchange ideas and experiences with fellow Java professionals
- Take part in open, community-led discussions
- Network with the LJC community over drinks and food
Event Host: Steve Poole, Developer Advocate & Community Director, London Java Community
Speaker: Heather VanCura, Vice President at Oracle & Chairperson of the JCP
Date: Monday 5th October
Time: 6:00pm–9:00pm
Venue: The Marquis Cornwallis
Address: 31 Marchmont Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 1APWhether you’re deeply involved in the Java Community Process or simply interested in where Java is heading, this is a great opportunity to get involved, ask questions and help shape the conversation.
Come along, bring your ideas and be part of the discussion.
Please register on eventbrite to join this event.
1 attendee
LJC Winter Unconference 2026
IBM Innovation Studio Floor 5, 20 York Road London SE1 7ND United Kingdom, London, GBPlease register on Eventbrite to join this event.
The LJC is delighted to announce our 21st Unconference!
Join us for a full day of discussions, knowledge sharing, learning, and networking with other developers in the industry.There will be an opening keynote session followed by breakout discussion groups on the topics which are important to you. Catering is of course included, with a steady stream of coffee as well as breakfast on arrival, lunch and even afternoon tea.
What is an Unconference?
An unconference is a loosely structured, participant-driven meeting. You decide what you want to talk and hear about and which topics you want to discuss. It starts with an empty schedule - no topics are mandated and no separations are made between speakers and the audience. All participants work out a schedule by suggesting, planning, holding, and evaluating sessions, collaboratively. Above all else, it's great fun, whether you want to learn or share it's a supportive and safe space to do it in.This is an in-person event, kindly hosted by IBM.
Thank you to our sponsors Hazelcast, Redis, Capital One, and Recworks.1 attendee
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