Optimizing Java: Practical Techniques for Improving JVM Application Performance

This book is a must-read for intermediate to advanced Java technologists working with complex platforms, as it provides a practical approach to tuning Java cloud applications for performance using verifiable and repeatable methods.

With the rise of cloud computing, this revised edition addresses key topics essential for high performance of Java applications in the cloud.

The book covers the low-level technical aspects of performance tuning, including defining desired outcomes and using in-depth technical knowledge to inform how to reach those goals.

Readers will learn how to make the best use of modern hardware, operating systems, and cloud stacks, as well as how to package, deploy, operate, and debug Java/JVM applications in modern cloud environments.

Additionally, the book covers emerging observability approaches for obtaining a deep understanding of cloud native applications and provides language performance techniques including concurrent and distributed forms.

Whether you're looking to improve your skills or want to stay ahead of the competition, this book is an essential resource for anyone working with Java in the cloud.