Build your Professional Path by Visualizing How Java Evolves
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Java developers are always looking for the latest and greatest technologies. But have you ever wondered how Java itself evolves and where it's headed? Have you ever considered that you could play a role in Java's evolution?
In this talk, I'll share my discoveries from visualizing Java's evolution. You'll explore the two pillars of Java—the OpenJDK Project and the Java Community Process (JCP)—learn how they relate to one another, and discover how understanding this ecosystem can help you become a sought-after Java professional.
You'll gain insight into how Java evolves and how to follow that evolution so you're always a step ahead. You'll also learn practical ways to contribute to Java's future and use that experience to grow your technical expertise and professional reputation. Along the way, you'll discover how data visualization can reveal hidden connections and make complex relationships easier to understand in both technical discussions and real-world projects.
Speaker: Csilla Szántó
Csilla is a software engineer specializing in web application development and data-driven solutions. She has worked in industry and consulting across several European countries and brings experience from research institutes and public-sector organizations.
Her interests include data visualization, AI projects, and building thriving software communities. In her free time, she enjoys hiking in the mountains.
Bonus Lightning Talk: Running 1-Bit LLMs on Your Laptop, and What It Means for Java Developers
We'll wrap up the meetup with a brief introduction to the emerging world of 1-bit LLMs - how these ultra-efficient models work and what they could mean for running AI on laptops, edge devices, and future Java applications.
Agenda:
6:00-6:15: Networking
6:15-7:15: Main presentation
7:15-7:30: Bonus Lightning Talk
Online Link
This will be a hybrid meetup. You can join us online at:
https://meetn.com/eyalscommunity