1. Spring and Java
>> The Anatomy of ct.sym — How javac Ensures Backwards Compatibility [morling.dev]
In pursuit of backward compatibility – how the release flag and ct.sym file helps us to ensure backward compatibility more effectively. Interesting stuff
>> Greetings, Micronaut Hipster! [github.com]
Say hello to a Micronaut-based JHispter application – using Micronaut instead of Spring Boot with JHispter
>> Faster warmup, smaller downloads, JDK 16 — GraalVM 21.1 is here! [medium.com]
Supporting Java 16, removing unnecessary barriers, performance improvements, and small other features in a new GraalVM version
Also worth reading:
Webinars and presentations:
Time to upgrade:
2. Technical
>> Evolving Kubernetes networking with the Gateway API [kubernetes.io]
The Gateway API in K8S – routing, request manipulation, traffic management, and many more cool networking features
Also worth reading:
3. Musings
>> Is Bitcoin Really Throwing Energy Away? [diegobasch.com]
Bitcoin from a “first-prototype” perspective: it's surely inefficient but on its path to becoming ENIAC of cryptocurrencies
Also worth reading:
4. Comics
And my favorite Dilberts of the week:
>> Bookshelves On Zoom [dilbet.com]
>> Instead Of Handshakes [dilbet.com]
>> Workplace Injuries [dilbet.com]
5. Pick of the Week
>> Never say “no,” but rarely say “yes.” [asmartbear.com]