Eclipse Foundation releases Jakarta EE 11
Briefly

Jakarta EE 11 represents a significant evolution in enterprise Java, streamlining development for cloud-native applications. Launched with the support of key partners like Microsoft, Red Hat, and IBM, the release enhances compatibility with Java 17 and 21, enabling better concurrency through features like virtual threads. Significant changes include the deprecation of Managed Beans for a more modern programming paradigm, improved Context and Dependency Injection (CDI), and a transition to JUnit 5 and Apache Maven for better testing and build efficiency. Future updates aim for compatibility with upcoming JDK 25 in Jakarta EE 12, due in 2026.
Jakarta EE 11 simplifies enterprise Java for cloud-native development, with support for Java 17 and 21, enhancing concurrency and performance capabilities.
Collaboration with major partners like IBM, Red Hat, and Oracle has facilitated Jakarta EE 11 runtimes on crucial platforms such as Azure and OpenShift.
Deprecation of Managed Beans aims for a simpler programming model, while improvements in CDI ensure more standardized application behavior in Jakarta EE 11.
The release marks a significant modernization effort with upgrades to tools and specifications that ensure greater compatibility and efficiency in Java development.
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