Join us for the first Meetup of 2025, designed to get you up to speed with the Java ecosystem for the year ahead! This is your chance to network, learn, and connect with the vibrant Java community as we explore the latest trends, tools, and techniques that will shape your engineering journey in 2025.
Agenda:
- 18:30 – Networking Session
Kick off the evening by mingling with fellow developers, engineers, and enthusiasts over light refreshments.
- 19:10 – Welcome Address by Multivision
A warm introduction to the event and a quick overview of what’s in store for the evening.
- 19:20 – Talk 1: "Meet Chicory: Exploit the Power of WebAssembly on the Server Side!"
Speaker: Andrea Peruffo, Principal Software Engineer at Red Hat
Description: Explore the innovative ways WebAssembly (Wasm) is being leveraged beyond browsers and into server-side applications. Andrea will showcase Chicory, a pure Java interpreter for Wasm, and discuss how it integrates with the JVM ecosystem to unlock new possibilities. You'll leave equipped with insights and practical examples to get started with Chicory in your own projects.
- 20:00 – Talk 2: "Java Engineer's 2025 Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know"
Speaker: Paula Santana, Senior Software Engineer & JUG Lisbon Lead
Description: Stay ahead of the curve with an overview of the key updates to the Java platform in 2025. Paula will dive into the major trends, libraries, and tools shaping the year, share the top resources and blogs for continuous learning, and guide you through the must-attend events in Europe and beyond. This is your roadmap to thriving as a Java Engineer in 2025.
- 20:30 – Closing & Networking
Mark your calendar and join us for this exciting start to the year. Don’t miss out—register now to secure your spot!
