For development teams managing Jakarta EE applications, staying updated with the latest improvements is important for maintaining secure, stable, and high-performing applications. This month, we're excited to announce updates across our entire product line, with significant enhancements to both Community and Enterprise editions.

Companies sometimes contemplate migrating their enterprise Java applications to a different runtime to optimize costs, benefit from greater technical support, achieve better performance, scalability or new functionalities. However, when it comes to taking active steps towards implementing an alternative application server, many decide not to proceed. A recurring concern for multiple companies is whether such migrations can be done securely, without compromising data integrity or compliance with stringent regulations.

So, are application server migrations secure? How can teams ensure the right robustness and resilience measures are in place? Let’s dig in the world of runtime cybersecurity and migration planning.

May 2025 marks a monumental milestone in software development: Java turns 30. The impact of this language on the technology landscape is undeniable, forming the backbone of today’s digital world. Its anniversary is a celebration of the code as well as the innovation, adaptability and thriving global community built around Java. The return of JavaOne, which used to be the ultimate gathering for the Java community, offers a perfect moment to reflect on the technology's legacy, its continued relevanceand its achievements. 

If you rely on mission-critical applications for your business operations, making sure they run at all times is a must. However, issues can arise for a variety of reasons. In such situations, swift and efficient resolution is critical.  

When issues arise in a complex server environment, effective troubleshooting is a cornerstone of delivering reliable, high-performing enterprise applications. That’s why we’re excited to introduce you to the Diagnostics Tool. This is an innovative data collection solution designed to improve troubleshooting, issue resolution and uptime for Jakarta EE applications running on Payara Platform Enterprise. 

At the latest Conf42 Internet of Things (IoT) 2024 conference, our Payarans deliver a keynote, titled "At the Edge of Robotic Applications". The presentation discussed the increasing need for efficient data handling and cloud computing in industrial robotics applications to create future-oriented Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) framework. The talk highlighted how edge computing can support such efforts and the role of application server technologies to create smart robotized systems within factories.

If you missed the Conf42 IoT event on December 19, 2024, you can read more about how to create IIoT-oriented robot applications with edge computing in this blog post, together with the recording to the original talk.

Deadline Approaching: Keep Your Legacy Java Applications Secure with Payara Platform 4

As companies look to modernize their IT infrastructure to leverage the latest technologies and advance the capabilities of their applications, modernizing legacy systems becomes a top priority. However, for organizations still running Java EE 7 or 8 applications, the challenge lies in finding a fully commercially supported application server that can handle their current applications and environment while allowing a strategic and gradual transition.

If your organization is in this position, you have an important deadline approaching: March 31, 2025.

As organizations modernize their tech stacks, many are re-evaluating their application server choices to ensure they can address their evolving business and technology needs. Recent announcements from IBM regarding the direction of WebSphere have prompted a number of companies to reassess their long-term plans.

While WebSphere remains a reliable solution, these recent updates hint at shifts in focus that may present challenges for businesses and their existing applications. For those navigating these changes, understanding alternative paths and modern platforms has never been more crucial. Let's have a look at key WebSphere alternatives.

JavaLand 2025 is happening from April 1-3, 2025, in Nürburgring, Germany, and Payara will be there! If you’re into Java, want to learn about the latest tech, or just want to connect with fellow developers, don’t miss this event. Our team of Payarans will be sharing practical insights and real-world use cases that you can start using right away to enhance your Java and Jakarta EE projects.

The second episode of the new series of Payara Podcast dedicated to the Java community is here! This time, I had a great pleasure to talk to Simone and Roberto from Torino Java User Group.

Roberto, a seasoned developer with 20+ years in open source, has contributed to projects like Jetty, CometD, and JBoss. Simone, a Java Champion and Eclipse Jetty Project Leader, specializes in high-performance JVM tuning and server-side development. We discuss the evolution of Java communities, the challenges JUGs face, and how we can ensure they continue to thrive.