What is new in Java 13 (for Developers)
Read OriginalThis article details the key features and updates introduced in Java JDK 13, released in September 2019. It covers JEPs such as Switch Expressions (JEP 354) and Text Blocks (JEP 355) as preview features, along with enhancements to ZGC, dynamic CDS archives, and the reimplementation of the legacy Socket API. It is a technical guide aimed at developers looking to understand the latest changes in the Java programming language.
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