Tampa Jvm User Group: April 2014

Monday, April 21, 2014

April 2014 Meeting - Exploring Java 8

This month, we will explore Java 8, the latest edition to Java platform. Java 8 introduced numerous language features and API changes. While some changes are merely surface deep, others introduce fundamental changes to language idioms that will have profound effects on how Java is used in the foreseeable future. For the April 2014 meeting, presenter, Vladimir Vivien, will cover the changes and features of Java 8 that will most likely impact your day-to-day development activities.

RSVP - Go to http://tampajug-apr2014.eventbrite.com to let us know you are coming.

NOTE: The April meeting will be held at ValPak headquarters, St Petersburg.

Exploring Java 8

In this presentation will provide a high (very high) level summary of the new features and updates introduced in the Java 8. While a deep coverage of the major changes of the platform is out of scope, you will get plenty of fun facts to kick start your curiosity!

Topics

Lambda Expressions
Method Handles
Default Methods
Streams
Date and Time
Concurrency
Platform Profiles
JDBC Changes
Tools updates
Etc.

This will be a fun and fast moving session to ensure we cover (most of) everything.

Meeting Info

Speaker(s) : Vladimir Vivien
Date: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2014
Networking: 6:30 pm
Presentation: 07:00 - 8:30 pm

Location

ValPak Headquarters

1 Valpak Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33716

Meeting RSVP
Make sure to RSVP to ensure access to the building at http://tampajug-apr2014.eventbrite.com