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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

JVM tuning and ergonomics

In the dynamic landscape of Java application development, the twin pillars of ergonomics and profiling emerge as crucial elements in achieving optimal performance. This section marks our journey into fine-tuning Java applications, exploring the principles of ergonomics to adapt the JVM automatically to varying workloads. Simultaneously, we delve into profiling, a powerful tool for gaining insights into the runtime behavior of applications. As we navigate the nuances of optimizing Java performance, ergonomics and profiling become our guiding lights, offering strategies to sculpt applications for responsiveness and efficiency. Join us in this section as we uncover the synergy between adaptive tuning and insightful profiling, unlocking the potential to elevate Java applications to new levels of performance and responsiveness.

Ergonomics in the context of Java refers to the adaptive tuning capabilities embedded within the JVM to adjust its configuration automatically...