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Mastering the Java Virtual Machine

By : Otavio Santana
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Mastering the Java Virtual Machine

By: Otavio Santana

Overview of this book

Mastering the Java Virtual Machine is a comprehensive guide that will take you into the heart of Java programming, guiding you through the intricate workings of the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) and equipping you with essential skills to become a proficient Java developer. You’ll start by understanding the JVM, exploring its architecture and how it executes Java code. Through detailed explanations and real-world examples, you’ll gain a deep understanding of JVM internals, enabling you to write efficient and optimized Java applications. As you progress, you’ll delve into memory management and execution, unraveling the complexities of heap and stack management, garbage collection, and memory profiling. You'll learn how memory is allocated and reclaimed in the JVM, as well as how to optimize memory usage and identify performance bottlenecks in your applications. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to create Java programs that are not only robust but also highly performant. By the end of this book, you’ll have the skills needed to excel in Java programming, writing efficient, maintainable code.
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1: Understanding the JVM
5
Part 2: Memory Management and Execution
9
Part 3: Alternative JVMs
12
Part 4: Advanced Java Topics

Part 4: Advanced Java Topics

In the subsequent chapters, our exploration extends to Java framework principles, shedding light on the intricacies of designing and utilizing frameworks, trade-offs, and the role of metadata and annotations. The focus then shifts to the dynamic realm of Java, where reflection unveils aspects such as field access, method invocation, and proxy usage. Another facet of our journey delves into Java annotation processors, revealing their role in reading metadata at build time. Concluding our exploration, we offer final considerations and tips for further exploration, providing a comprehensive overview of our journey through the JVM’s intricacies.

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