Java 9 / JCP and the JSR process / Special Guest: Heather VanCura

Heather VanCura will be our special guest this particular evening. Ms. VanCura runs the worldwide Java Community Process for Oracle Corporation.

Java 9 is targeted for release for March 2017 but that doesn't mean you need to wait until next year to understand how the new features might benefit your projects. Also learn how to take part in the Java technology evolution through the Java Community Process (JCP) program run by Heather Van Cura. This session gives you step-by-step instructions on how to participate in the JCP Program. You will also learn about the global Adopt-a-JSR program and how you can participate in the Adopt-a-JSR program through the Baltimore Washington Java Meetup. Find out how you can contribute to the future editions of the Java Standard and Java Enterprise Editions.

Heather VanCura

Heather VanCura leads the JCP Community and Program Office. In her role she is responsible for the day-to-day nurturing, support, and leadership of the community. Heather oversees the JCP.org web site, JSR management, community building, events, marketing, communications, and growth of the membership. She is also a contributor and leader of the community driven Adopt-a-JSR programs. In 2014, Heather became Spec Lead for JSR 364, Broadening JCP Membership, as part of the ongoing JCP. Heather is passionate about Java and developer communities. She enjoys trying new sports and fitness activities in her free time.

Agenda:

• 6:00 p.m.: Networking - Pizza! Drinks! Fun!

• 6:15 p.m.: Ice breaker / quiz questions distributed

• 7:00 p.m.: Program!

• 8:00 p.m.: Quiz questions answered, door prize drawing!

• 8:30 p.m.: Networking

• 9:00 p.m.: End