JDConf 2025: Announcing Keynote Speaker and Exciting Sessions on Java, Cloud, and AI

Microsoft JDConf 2025 is rapidly approaching and promises to be the must-attend event for Java developers, particularly those interested in the latest advancements in Java, Cloud and AI. This year, the conference will feature over 22 sessions and more than 10 hours of live streaming content for global audience, along with additional on-demand sessions available from April 9 to 10. The spotlight this year is on integrating AI into your development workflow with tools like Copilot, showcasing how these advancements are revolutionizing the coding landscape. Whether you are exploring application modernization, leveraging AI for intelligent apps, or optimizing Java deployments, JDConf has sessions for every interest.

Code the future with AI

• Explore AI-driven Java innovation: Uncover the role of AI in enhancing Java application development on the cloud for greater efficiency and innovation.
• Livestream for all time zones: Live sessions scheduled to accommodate attendees from around the globe, ensuring no one misses out.
• Learn from Java experts and innovators: Discover the impact of diversity and open-source innovation in advancing the Java ecosystem.
• Global networking opportunity: Connect with Java professionals and community leaders worldwide to share knowledge and foster community growth.
• Free & accessible content: Enjoy all sessions without cost, available live and on-demand for ultimate flexibility.
• Earn rewards: Join the JDConf experience and earn Microsoft Rewards points.

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This year’s list of sessions

Figure 1: Your quick guide to JDConf 2025: cheat sheet for the keynote and breakout sessions happening across three regions. Do not miss out on planning your perfect conference experience!

Technical keynote: Code the future with Java & AI

Amanda Silver, Microsoft | Josh Long, Broadcom | Lize Raes, Naboo.ai

Join Amanda Silver, CVP and head of product, Microsoft Developer Division, as she takes the stage for the JDConf Opening Keynote, exploring how Java developers can harness the power of AI, cloud, and cutting-edge tools to accelerate development. From Visual Studio Code and GitHub Copilot to Cloud services, Amanda will showcase how Cloud and AI are transforming the developer experience, enabling teams to go from code to production faster than ever. She’ll also dive into the latest advancements in Java technologies, Microsoft's deep investments in the Java ecosystem, and the company's ongoing commitment to open-source innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to discover how Microsoft is empowering Java developers in the AI era!

Session summaries by region

Americas live stream - April 9, 8:30am – 12:30pm PDT

• Spring Boot: Bootiful Spring Boot: A DOGumentary by Josh Long will dive into Spring Boot 3.x and Java 21, exploring AI, modularity, and powerful optimizations like virtual threads, GraalVM, and AppCDS.
• AI Dev Experience: Boosting AI Developer Experience with Quarkus, LangChain4j, and Azure OpenAI by Daniel Oh will demonstrate how this trio streamlines development and powers intelligent apps.
• Spring AI: How to Build Agents with Spring AI by Adib Saikali will showcase building intelligent AI agents, covering key patterns like self-editing memory, task orchestration, & collaborative multi-agent systems.
• Jakarta EE 12: What Comes After Jakarta EE 11? Reza Rahman and Emily Jiang will share roadmap, contribution pathways, and key updates, including Security, Concurrency, Messaging, and new APIs.
• Deployment: Production Best Practices: Go from Dev to Delivered and Stay There by Mark Heckler will take Java apps from development to production with a focus on CI/CD, containerization, infrastructure as code, and cloud deployment.
• Cloud-native: Java Cloud-Native Shoot-Out: InstantOn vs CRaC vs Native Image by
  Yee-Kang Chang and Rich Hagarty will compare three emerging Java technologies; Liberty InstantOn, OpenJDK CRaC, and Native Image to determine which best supports fast start-up times and low resource usage in your cloud-native apps.
• AI-Driven Testing: Test Smarter, Not Harder: AI-Driven Test Development by Loiane Groner will demo how AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot enhance TDD through automated test generation and improved test coverage, even for legacy code.

Asia-Pacific live stream – April 10, 10:00am-1:30pm SGT

• LLMs integration: Building LLM Apps in Java with LangChain4j and Jakarta EE by Bazlur Rahman and Syed M Shaaf will demonstrates how to integrate large language models (LLMs) into Java apps, including techniques like retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and embedding databases.
• Java Modernization: Modernize Java Apps Using GitHub Copilot Upgrade Assistant for Java by Nick Zhu will show how this tool can help modernize Java apps by automating refactoring, managing dependencies, and resolving version conflicts.
• Automated Refactoring: The State of AI in Large Scale Automated Refactoring by Jonathan Schneider will show how OpenRewrite’s Lossless Semantic Tree enhances AI-driven refactoring for accurate decision-making.
• Java Modernization: Cloud Migration of Java Applications Using Various Tools and Techniqueby Yoshio Terada will demo modernizing legacy apps with tools like VS Code, GitHub Copilot, and Azure Migrate.
• Java & AI: AI for Java Developers by Dan Vega will introduce AI for Java developers, covering machine learning, deep learning, and practical AI implementations such as chatbots, recommendation systems, and sentiment analysis.
• Hyperscale PaaS: Spring, Quarkus, Tomcat, JBoss EAP - Hyperscale PaaS for Any Java App by Haixia Cheng and Edward Burns will demo how to deploy any Java appson Azure App Service.
• Buildpacks: Paketo Buildpacks: The Best Way to Build Java Container Images? by Anthony Dahanne and David O'Sullivan will explore the benefits of buildpacks for Java containerization, comparing them with traditional Dockerfile-based approaches.

Europe, Middle East and Africa - April 10, 9:00am – 12:30pm GMT

• Java 25: Explore The Hidden Gems of Java 25 with Mohamed Taman as he uncovers key Java SE features, updates, and fixes that will simplify migration to new Java and enhance your daily development workflow.
• GitHub Copilot: Use GitHub Copilot in your favorite Java IDEs by Julia Kordick and Brian Benz will show how to maximize productivity with GitHub Copilot’s latest features in IntelliJ, VS Code, and Eclipse.
• LangChain4j: AI-Powered Development: Hands-On Techniques for Immediate Impact by Lize Raes will explore AI tools like Cursor, Devin, and GitHub Workspace to help developers accelerate workflows and embrace AI-driven coding practices.
• Data and AI: Powering Spring AI with RAG and NoSQL by Theo van Kraay will demo how integrating Cosmos DB as vector store with Spring AI enables scalable, intelligent and high performing apps.
• Spring Security: Passkeys, One-Time Tokens: Passwordless Spring Security by Daniel Garnier-Moiroux dives into latest passwordless authentication methods in Spring Security with real-world implementation demos. 
• Virtual Threads: Virtual Threads in Action with Jakarta EE Core Profile by Daniel Kec explores Helidon 4, the first Jakarta EE Core Profile runtime built on a pure Virtual Thread-based web server.
• Web apps: Simplifying Web App Development with HTMX and Hypermedia by Frederik Hahne shows how HTMX and modern template engines simplify Java web development by reducing reliance on complex single-page apps. 

Register and attend to earn rewards

🚀 Join the JDConf Experience and Earn Microsoft Rewards! 🚀

The first 300 attendees to check-in live for one of the JDConf - America, Europe or Asia - will receive 5,000 Microsoft Rewards points.

How to Participate:

Attendance Rewards: For your check-in to be counted you will need to do one of the following on the day of the event:

• Go to the JDConf Event details page on the Reactor website, Sign in with your Microsoft account (top right corner) and then check-in on the right-hand side, or

• Click the Join live stream link in the confirmation or reminder e-mail you receive to the Microsoft account e-mail address you registered with, or

• Click the link in the calendar reminder email, you will see the option to add the event to your calendar in your Microsoft account confirmation email. 

Points Distribution: Microsoft Rewards points will be added to the participants' Microsoft accounts within 60 days following the event.  To earn points, you must use an email that is associated with a Microsoft account. You will receive an e-mail from the Microsoft Reactor team if you are eligible and earn the Microsoft Rewards.

Points can be used towards many different rewards, check out Microsoft rewards to see what rewards are available in your region. 

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Do not miss out – RSVP now and be part of the future of Java at JDConf 2025! We are calling all Java enthusiasts and developers around the globe to join us for a two-day event on April 9 and 10. This is more than just a conference. It is a chance to engage with the community, learn from the experts, and help drive Java technology forward. Get ready to dive into deep Java insights, connect with fellow developers, and discover the latest innovations that are shaping the world of Java. Let us gather to celebrate our passion for Java, share knowledge, and explore new possibilities together. Make sure you are there to push the boundaries of what Java can do.

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