Posts from Luqman Saeed

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Senior Java Developer specializing in scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications on the Jakarta EE Platform.

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Jakarta Persistence Provider: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Jakarta EE Applications

Jakarta Persistence (formerly JPA) is a cornerstone of enterprise Java development, offering a standardized approach to object relational mapping (ORM). But when it comes to selecting a persistence provider, the decision isn’t one-size-fits-all. Hibernate, EclipseLink and OpenJPA are three leading options, each with unique strengths. But how do you know which is right for your project?

In this blog, we’ll give you a short overview of the core features, advantages and ideal use cases of these Jakarta Persistence providers to help you make an informed decision.

Maven 4: Streamlining Enterprise Java Development with Jakarta EE, Spring Boot and Quarkus

After two decades as Java's dominant build tool (no offense to Gradle), Maven is undergoing its most significant evolution. While the official Maven documentation outlines the technical changes in Maven 4, this blog post focuses specifically on what these changes mean for enterprise developers working with Jakarta EE, Spring Boot and Quarkus.

5 Hidden Git Tips for Java Developers

Git, the weirdly named version control system developed by Linus Torvalds,  is an amazing tool for developers, and us Java developers are no exception. While most of us are familiar with the basics like git commit, git push and git pull, Git has a lot of lesser-known features that can significantly improve your workflow. In this post, we’ll explore five hidden Git tips tailored specifically for Java development. These tips will help you manage your codebase more efficiently, debug issues faster and collaborate more effectively. Let’s go!

What’s New In The Payara Platform March 2025 Release?

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.

WebSphere Alternatives: 3 Best Options to Consider

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.

What’s New In The Payara Platform February 2025 Release?

For developers, system administrators and enterprises managing Jakarta EE applications, staying ahead of configuration challenges, security vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks is very important. The February 2025 releases of Payara Platform Enterprise 6.23.0, 5.72.0, and Payara Platform Community 6.2025.2 introduce key improvements, resolve critical bugs and upgrade essential components to ensure compatibility, stability and enhanced performance. Let’s dive into the details.