Java Does What Now? (Java 21 version)

As programmers we are used to dealing with edge cases. But what about edge cases in the language? As a certification book author, I encounter lots of interesting and/or surprising behavior. Come to this interactive session and walk away with an increased awareness in these Java gotchas. This is not a Java puzzlers talk. These are surprises you might actually come across.
This session will cover new surprises from java 17-21 along with some “classic” surprises.

Speaker:
Jeanne Boyarsky is a seasoned software developer based in New York City and a celebrated Java Champion. Rising from her early days as an entry-level developer to becoming a tech lead, she has consistently demonstrated technical excellence and leadership. Jeanne is deeply involved in the tech community—as a dedicated mentor for FIRST Robotics, a moderator at CodeRanch, and an active Toastmaster—and she has authored influential study guides and the book Real World Java. Her passion for coding, commitment to education, and dynamic community engagement make her a truly inspiring speaker. Join us in welcoming Jeanne, whose insights and experience are sure to spark vibrant discussions and innovative ideas at our meetup event.

Note:
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