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About Progress Java

Progress Java is an open-source learning project by Suren Konathala, built with one simple purpose - to help developers keep up with Java's rapid evolution without getting buried under endless documentation.

⚙️ Why This Exists​

Java has entered an era of fast evolution, with a new major release every six months led by the OpenJDK and Oracle communities.
While this pace keeps the language modern and powerful, it also makes it hard for developers to stay current.

Each new JDK brings new features, syntax improvements, and ecosystem updates and catching up means digging through hundreds of pages of release notes, JEPs, and blog posts. Most developers simply don't have that time.

Progress Java was created to simplify learning to break down what matters, why it matters, and how to use it in real projects.

🎯 Mission​

To make Java learning:

  • Simpler concise explanations that get straight to the point
  • Fresher updated every 6 months with the latest JDK release
  • Practical examples you can run, tweak, and build on
  • Accessible friendly to beginners yet valuable for professionals

🧠 What You'll Find Here​

  • Core Java concepts, reimagined with real examples
  • Feature-by-feature breakdowns of each JDK release
  • Hands-on code snippets for Helidon, Jakarta EE, and Spring Boot
  • Mini challenges and try-it sections to reinforce learning
  • Occasional deep dives for those who want to explore more

Every topic answers three key questions:

  1. What changed?
  2. Why does it matter?
  3. How can I use it today?

🚀 Origin Story​

Suren built Progress Java after seeing how hard it was for even experienced engineers to stay aligned with the pace of change.
As a Java veteran, educator, and community mentor, he wanted a single, evolving site that acts as a living guide — easy to read, regularly updated, and built by developers who love Java.

🛠️ Built With​

  • Docusaurus for the docs and layout
  • [Markdown + React (.tsx)] for code-rich, interactive lessons
  • GitHub for open collaboration

🌟 Creator​

Suren Konathala
Java Architect ∙ Educator ∙ Open-Source Champion

  • Creator of JAQ Stack (Docker Sponsored OSS & GitLab Approved Open Source Project)
  • IEEE Senior Member ∙ Ph.D. in AI (in progress)
  • Advocate for continuous learning and open-source education

Java evolves fast but learning it shouldn't be hard.
Progress Java keeps you up to date, one release at a time.