The Java has a number of methods and functions that are available for use with strings. These methods and functions are listed below in alphabetical order. For more details about any one of these, please visit its page. (more…)

JBang provides a way of running Java code as a script, similar to JShell. However, unlike JShell, JBang works great on Java 8 and can be used to automatically download dependent libraries as well. In fact, JBang can even run without Java being installed -... (more…)

In 64-bit Hotspot, Java objects have an object header of 128 bits: a 64 bit multi-purpose header (‘mark’ or ‘lock’) word and a 64-bit class pointer. With typical average object sizes of 5-6 words, this is quite significant: 2 of those words are al... (more…)

This is the inevitable final result of including that damn ASK Toolbar with every Java update. Oracle, stop bundling crapware in your security updates, befor... (more…)

If you are looking to accelerate your career and become a senior engineer, these are skillset that will distinguish you from other programmers. (more…)