1. Spring and Java

>> JEP 427: Pattern Matching for switch (Third Preview) [openjdk.java.net]

The third preview of pattern matching will include guard patterns via when and some refinements regarding null.

>> How to configure List semantics in Hibernate 6 [thorben-janssen.com]

Let’s talk about the new List semantics in Hibernate 6 which allows more control regarding the ordering of elements in lists.

>> Custom JDK Flight Recorder Events – Sip of Java [inside.java]

And a practical guide on how to create a custom JDK flight recorder event – and publish it to capture important information.

Also worth reading:

Webinars and presentations:

Time to upgrade:

2. Technical & Musings

>> Chopping the monolith [blog.frankel.ch]

A critical take on microservices: when to use them and how to break down a big monolithic application into smaller microservices. Good stuff.

Also worth reading:

3. Comics

And my favorite Dilberts of the week:

4. Pick of the Week

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