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Infra
NestJS 12 Shifts to Modern JavaScript Modules
The popular backend framework NestJS just released version 12, moving its core to modern ESM packages. This update brings improved performance and new built-in tools for data validation and application monitoring, requiring an upgrade to Node.js 20+.
Ashish Kale ·
Infra
Helidon 27 Simplifies Java Messaging and Data Access
Oracle's Helidon 27 framework for Java microservices introduces new modules for messaging and database access. This update aims to simplify development and aligns with the latest Java features, following a new 'Tip & Tail' release model.
Ashish Kale ·
Infra
A New Tool Aims to Unify JavaScript Development
The new JavaScript toolchain Vite+ has reached its stable 1.0 release. Backed by Cloudflare, it aims to simplify complex development workflows by managing Node.js, packages, and frontend tasks from a single configuration file.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
New Java Updates Boost AI and Cloud Capabilities
The Java ecosystem just received a wave of updates, including major releases for the Grails web framework and Open Liberty runtime. These changes bring modern features for cloud and AI development to the mature platform.
Navdeep Kaur Mahal ·
Tech
IntelliJ's Best Java Tools Are Coming to VS Code
JetBrains is bringing its powerful IntelliJ IDEA code intelligence for Java and Kotlin to VS Code. The new extension, now a Release Candidate, lets developers use best-in-class features without leaving their preferred editor.
Navdeep Kaur Mahal ·
Tech
Java's Ecosystem Just Got Several Major Upgrades
The Java ecosystem saw a wave of updates, including major new versions of the JobRunr background job scheduler and the OpenXava application framework. A new Java language server called Lathe was also introduced.
Taranpreet Singh ·
AI
JetBrains Announces AI Agent Alongside Java 27 Release
JetBrains announced JetBrains Air, a new platform for AI agent software development, now in early access. The news comes as the developer community also gets the latest version of the Java programming language, Java 27.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Data
How DuckDB and Java Can Fix Slow Analytics
A development team fixed their slow MongoDB analytics screen by using DuckDB's Java Table Functions. This allowed them to run fast analytical queries directly on their application data without building a separate, complex data pipeline.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Infra
The Java Ecosystem Just Got a Big Refresh
The Java ecosystem saw a wave of updates, including major releases for TornadoVM and Groovy, plus new versions of GraalVM, Hibernate, and Quarkus. These releases offer developers performance gains, new features, and critical stability improvements across the board.
Ashish Kale ·
Infra
JavaScript Tool Changesets Is Now 88% Smaller
Changesets, a popular tool for managing JavaScript projects, released version 3. It's now 88% smaller, uses modern ESM-only code, and fixes long-standing issues with how it handles related software packages, making it faster and more reliable.
Ashish Kale ·
Infra
Stop Paying for CPU Cores You Don't Need
Google Cloud launched its new M4N VM family, designed to stop companies from overpaying for CPU cores they don't need. The VMs offer high memory and I/O for large databases like SAP HANA and Oracle.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
Java Is Preparing for Faster Starts and Simpler Code
The Java platform is preparing major updates, including ahead-of-time (AOT) compilation for faster startup and structured concurrency to simplify multi-threaded apps. These changes signal a push for better performance and developer productivity across the ecosystem.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Infra
Your Java Stack Just Got a Wave of Updates
The Java ecosystem saw a flurry of updates, with new releases for GraalVM, Quarkus, WildFly, and more. These incremental improvements enhance performance, stability, and developer experience, keeping the platform competitive for enterprise applications.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
JavaFX Gets a Powerful Open Source Gantt Chart Library
A new open-source library, FlexGanttFX, now lets JavaFX developers build complex Gantt charts and scheduling interfaces for free. It's designed for high performance and offers advanced features like task dependency modeling.
Navdeep Kaur Mahal ·
Data
DuckDB Fixes a Decades-Old Java Data Problem
DuckDB's Java driver now processes data in large chunks instead of one row at a time. This change fixes a major performance bottleneck, making data analytics and machine learning workloads significantly faster for Java developers.
Taranpreet Singh ·
AI
Oracle's AI Bet Wipes $104 Billion From Ellison's Fortune
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison lost $104 billion in two months as the company's stock fell 54%. The drop reflects market uncertainty over Oracle's high-stakes, capital-intensive strategy to compete in the AI infrastructure race.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Infra
Oracle Is Adding a Quantum Computer to Its Cloud
Oracle is installing a Quantinuum quantum computer directly into its cloud infrastructure. The move aims to give enterprise customers on-demand access to quantum power for demanding AI and high-performance computing workloads, simplifying a complex technology.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
Java Gets a Performance Boost and Security Patch
A critical TeamCity vulnerability follow-up is a key highlight in recent Java news. The ecosystem also saw a major performance enhancement proposed for a future Java Development Kit (JDK) version, alongside several tool updates.
Navdeep Kaur Mahal ·
Infra
A Key Rspack Plugin Now Requires Modern JavaScript
The eslint-rspack-plugin has a major update that drops support for older code, aligning with the modern Rspack ecosystem. This is a breaking change for developers and could potentially slow down project build times.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
Build AI Agents Directly in Java and Kotlin
A new AI agent framework called Embabel has reached its 1.0 release. It lets Java and Kotlin developers build AI agents using familiar tools and integrates directly with the popular Spring framework, simplifying enterprise AI adoption.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Tech
Java's Big Performance Fix Has a Hidden Cost
Recent Java updates fixed a major performance issue with virtual threads, but created a new one. The bottleneck has shifted, now requiring developers to manually add limits to their code to prevent overwhelming downstream systems.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Data
Oracle Unlocks a Path Off Old IBM Mainframes
Oracle's AI Database now supports the EBCDIC character set used by IBM mainframes. This removes a major technical barrier, making it significantly easier for large enterprises to migrate their legacy applications to modern infrastructure.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Data
New Hibernate Tool Writes Your Java Code for You
Hibernate, a popular Java tool, now includes a built-in feature to automatically generate code from a database schema. This saves developers from manually writing tedious boilerplate code, especially when working with large or older database systems.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Infra
Key Java Frameworks Get Major Summer Updates
The Java ecosystem saw a wave of updates, including progress on Jakarta EE 12 and new releases for GraalVM, Gradle, and Micrometer. These changes bring stability, new features, and performance improvements for developers.
Ashish Kale ·
Security
Secure JavaScript projects with one command
DepsGuard is a new open-source tool that simplifies securing JavaScript projects. It applies recommended security settings, like package cooldowns and disabling install scripts, across multiple package managers (npm, pnpm, yarn, bun, uv) with a single command, addressing common supply chain vulnerabilities.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Tech
Oracle's Ellison on Constant Surveillance
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison made a striking comment about the societal impact of constant surveillance. He suggested widespread recording would compel citizens to be on their 'best behavior,' raising questions about privacy, freedom, and a monitored society.
Navdeep Kaur Mahal ·
Data
Hibernate 7.4 Simplifies Data Queries
Hibernate 7.4 is now available, introducing significant quality-of-life improvements for Java developers. The update simplifies common but complex tasks, such as paginating queries with joined collections and accessing historical data for auditing. This release aims to streamline development and reduce boilerplate code for many applications.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Security
Ubuntu Fixes Critical MySQL Vulnerabilities
Ubuntu has released a security update for MySQL on its 20.04 LTS version, addressing multiple vulnerabilities. This update provides necessary fixes previously available for newer Ubuntu versions. Users are advised to apply the patch to protect their database systems from potential security risks and ensure stability.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Infra
New Spring Boot Helps Block a Common Web Attack
The latest Spring Boot 4.1 release introduces built-in protection against server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks. The update also simplifies modern API development with gRPC auto-configuration and adds support for Kotlin 2.3.
Ashish Kale ·
AI
Oracle Sets Conflicting Rules for AI-Generated Code
Oracle has set opposing policies for its open-source projects. OpenJDK now bans AI-generated code contributions, while GraalVM allows them, creating confusion for developers working under the same contributor agreement.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Tech
Java JDK 27 Prepares Major Updates
Java's next major version, JDK 27, is taking shape with key features moving closer to release. These include the new Vector API for performance, memory-saving Compact Object Headers, and making the G1 Garbage Collector the new default. The release schedule has also been finalized.
Taranpreet Singh ·
Security
Oracle WebLogic Flaw Under Active Attack
CISA has added a high-severity Oracle WebLogic Server vulnerability, CVE-2024-21182, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers with network access to take control of affected servers. Evidence confirms that this vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild, requiring immediate attention.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
A Tiny JavaScript Library Puts Major Apps at Risk
A critical flaw in `protobuf.js`, a JavaScript library with 50 million weekly downloads, could allow attackers to run code remotely. The vulnerability affects countless apps that use it as an indirect dependency in major cloud ecosystems.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
Old Oracle Flaw Now Actively Exploited
CISA has issued an urgent directive for U.S. federal agencies to patch a two-year-old, high-severity vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server. The flaw is now being actively exploited in attacks, making it a critical threat for organizations still running unpatched versions of the enterprise software.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
Ubuntu Releases Critical MySQL Patches
Ubuntu has released critical security updates for MySQL to address multiple vulnerabilities. The patches update MySQL to version 8.0.46 on Ubuntu 22.04 and 24.04 LTS, and to 8.4.9 on newer versions. The updates also include bug fixes, new features, and potentially incompatible changes.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
Oracle Rushes to Patch Flaw Used in Data Thefts
Oracle has patched a critical zero-day flaw in its PeopleSoft software that was actively used by hackers for data theft. The vulnerability allowed attackers to run code remotely without needing a password.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
Critical Flaw in Apache Java Library
A critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability has been found in Apache Commons BeanUtils, a popular Java library. The flaw allows attackers to access a specific property in Java enum objects, potentially letting them run arbitrary code on affected systems, requiring immediate attention.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Security
Oracle Fixes 35 Major Security Flaws
Oracle has launched a new monthly security patch cycle, releasing fixes for 35 vulnerabilities. The update includes 11 flaws rated 'critical' and addresses issues in widely used products. Some of the patched vulnerabilities already have publicly available exploit code, increasing the urgency for teams to update.
Neeraj Dhiman ·
Infra
Prepare for a Major Java Upgrade Crunch
Four major long-term support (LTS) versions of Java will all reach their end-of-support dates within a tight three-year window. This sets the stage for a future upgrade bottleneck for companies needing to maintain security and support.
Ashish Kale ·
Tech
Java's Future Is Taking Shape This Week
Java is moving forward with JDK 27 entering its final development phase while planning for JDK 28 begins. Key tools like Kotlin, Micronaut, and Open Liberty also received important updates, keeping the ecosystem modern and stable.
Taranpreet Singh ·