When it comes to choosing an application server for your enterprise environment, it looks like there's plenty of fish in the sea. However, what each type of fish can offer can vary considerably. Hence, selecting the right one is key to improving your business's efficiency, security, scalability and overall success.

If you're currently using GlassFish, it's time to consider casting your net wider and migrating to a more powerful fish, such as Payara Platform Enterprise. Let's explore the key benefits of making this transition and why Payara could be the perfect catch for your application and enterprise needs.

Innovation is at the core of some of the most exciting software applications currently available and in development. It's important to recognize these solutions, as the stories behind them can inspire developers as well demonstrate the real-world impact of a reliable and future-oriented application server in pushing boundaries in software development. In line with this commitment, we're delighted to shine a spotlight on Payara Community member, TechnoLynx, by interviewing its CEO and Founder, Balázs Keszthelyi. In this blog post, he discusses what the organization does, its applications and how it uses Payara to power key applications.

It’s Friday and we kick off the maiden edition of Nugget Friday. So, what is it? Nugget Friday is going to be a series of short blog posts that focus on hidden nuggets in the various JDK releases since Java 9. In this maiden edition, we look at a very obscure static method on the HashMap class introduced in Java 19.

In the latest episode of the Payara Podcast, we dive deep into a very trending topic, Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a top expert who is committed to ensuring a sustainable and responsible use of this technology: Dr. Mansoor Ahmed-Rengers, CEO and Founder of OpenOriginsas well as a Scientific Researcher at the University of Cambridge. We discuss what AI is, the transformative potential of Gen AI, the challenges it presents and the importance of regulation to harness its benefits while mitigating risks.

To remain competitive in a marketplace where competition is fierce, businesses relying on software applications as part of their offering need robust, flexible and efficient application servers. These are key to maximizing the capabilities of their applications, addressing customer needs and maintaining a competitive edge.

As a Java developer, you've probably experienced the challenges of deploying Jakarta EE or MicroProfile applications to the cloud. Setting up infrastructure, configuring servers and dealing with the gamut of cloud environments can be a major deviation from your core development tasks, ultimately influencing your productivity. However, there are tools that you can leverage to simplify and streamline cloud deployments. One is Payara Cloud Maven plugin - let's look at what it offers and how to use it in this blog post.

As summer sails in, we’re navigating towards exciting new adventures. But before we start exploring what lies ahead, let's cast our nets and haul in the bounty of brilliant contributions and resources from the past month. Crafted by our talented crew to boost your Java and Jakarta EE projects, our latest roundup is brimming with pearls and gems that you won't want to miss, from sparkling tutorials to invaluable insights.

Due to high demand and many entrants' requests, we are pleased to extend the deadline for submissions for the Jakarta EE Media and Community Challenge. The contest is now open until July 25th.

We know it’s a busy period for everyone, with conferences, trade shows and other events, as well as the upcoming holiday season! We hope this extended deadline will give participants more time to get their submissions in. We’ve already had some incredible entries, and look forward to reading more!

Java's steady and predictable release cadence brings new features and improvements with each version. Java 21 (and the recently released 22) introduced major language innovations and performance optimizations. But what does this mean for the vast ecosystem of enterprise Java platforms? Let’s explore these issues in this blog post, starting with a look on the benefits of newer Java versions. 

Join us for the Virtual Payara Conference – a two-day, free online event dedicated to fortifying the security and resilience of your Java applications.

Thursday 27 June 2024, 1-5:30pm BST – Security & Cyber Resilience in the Java World - REGISTER HERE

Strategic Insights track is geared towards IT leaders, decision-makers, and strategists focusing on the broader aspects of security and cyber resilience in the Java ecosystem. This day aims to provide strategic insights and actionable guidance to help you navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape and build a robust, resilient Java environment.