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Mastering the Java Virtual Machine

By : Otavio Santana
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Book Image

Mastering the Java Virtual Machine

3 (1)
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

To get the most out of this book

Before you begin reading this book and diving into the software requirements, it is crucial to understand the following technologies: Java 17, Maven, Git, and Docker. Familiarity with Java 17 is assumed, including knowledge of its syntax, object-oriented programming concepts, and familiarity with core libraries and frameworks. Understanding Maven will be beneficial, as it is a popular build automation tool for managing dependencies and building Java projects. Proficiency in Git, a version control system, is necessary to track and manage source code changes effectively. Lastly, knowledge of Docker, a containerization platform, will help understand how to package and deploy software applications in isolated environments.

Software/hardware covered in the book

Operating system requirements

Java 17

Windows, OSx, or Linux

Maven

Windows, OSx, or Linux

Git

Windows, OSx, or Linux

Docker

Windows, OSx, or Linux

If you are using the digital version of this book, we advise you to type the code yourself or access the code from the book’s GitHub repository (a link is available in the next section). Doing so will help you avoid any potential errors related to the copying and pasting of code.