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.

Start-ups are hotbeds of innovation, where speed, agility and resourcefulness are key to success. But in the world of enterprise Java applications, managing complex cloud deployment infrastructure can quickly become a bottleneck and take up considerable time from your developers. To address these issues and streamline cloud deployments, we created Payara Cloud.

Deploying applications on Payara Cloud offers numerous advantages, including ease of use and scalability. However, like any platform, you might encounter some common issues. The good news is that these problems are typically easy to resolve. Below, we’ll explore common issues, compiled based on the expertise of our service team. For detailed steps and additional support, refer to our comprehensive troubleshooting guide.

Avast ye, Payara Community! We are ready to chart our course for new horizons in June, but before we do, let's take a moment to look at all the treasures our old salts developed to power up your Java and Jakarta EE applications. We've collected the best pearls and gems in our latest roundup - check them out now!

Are you planning to work with Payara Cloud and look forward to harness its power but don't know where to start? Our platform is extremely intuitive, but to make sure you can get the most out of it, we compiled a Quick Start Guide, written with you in mind. It is your roadmap to navigating this cutting-edge platform and it walks you through the essentials of getting started with Payara Cloud to simplify your journey from signup to deployment.

With nearly every activity currently relying on applications, companies are continuously seeking to rapidly innovate, advance and scale their solutions. As these applications grow considerably, traditional on-premises infrastructure may not always be able to meet key operational requirements. In such instances, Cloud-native solutions are ideal, as they can offer scalability, agility and cost-effectiveness.

Let's dig deeper into how Payara Cloud can help you futureproof your Jakarta EE applications and, in turn, enhance your profitability and competitiveness in a fat-moving and demanding marketplace. 

All aboard, Payara Community! It's time to hoist the sails and set course for new adventures in May. But before we do, let's take a look back at the treasures we uncovered in April. We've gathered our favorite catches from the depths to share with you, ready to power up your Jakarta EE applications and propel you towards success! Join us as we navigate through the highlights of the month in our latest roundup

Introduction

Java 21 introduced a number of new features that are designed to help developers craft enterprise-level applications. These enhancements can improve how quickly and smoothly applications run while making coding simpler for developers. Highlights include: