Virtual Java User Group
@virtualjug.bsky.social
Hi from VirtualJUG (vJUG), the world's first online-only Java User Group. Join us, and the best Java experts in the community!
Missed Monday's live session with @starbuxman.joshlong.com and @prpatel.dev? No worries, you can catch up on demand by visiting virtualjug.com, where you'll find our past events along with what's coming up next!
February 12, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Missed Monday's live session with @starbuxman.joshlong.com and @prpatel.dev? No worries, you can catch up on demand by visiting virtualjug.com, where you'll find our past events along with what's coming up next!
We are live www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYHU...
Important update: we are moving to Luma luma.com/vjug?k=c
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
February 9, 2026 at 6:57 PM
We are live www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYHU...
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🙋♀️ who is joining for the LJC and @virtualjug.bsky.social connect session all about AI and modern #java?
Session 1: Bootiful Spring AI with @starbuxman.joshlong.com
Session 2: AI Native Architecture for Java Applications with @prpatel.dev
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Session 1: Bootiful Spring AI with @starbuxman.joshlong.com
Session 2: AI Native Architecture for Java Applications with @prpatel.dev
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
February 8, 2026 at 11:53 AM
🙋♀️ who is joining for the LJC and @virtualjug.bsky.social connect session all about AI and modern #java?
Session 1: Bootiful Spring AI with @starbuxman.joshlong.com
Session 2: AI Native Architecture for Java Applications with @prpatel.dev
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Session 1: Bootiful Spring AI with @starbuxman.joshlong.com
Session 2: AI Native Architecture for Java Applications with @prpatel.dev
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Important update: we are moving to Luma luma.com/vjug?k=c
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
February 6, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Important update: we are moving to Luma luma.com/vjug?k=c
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
Join us on Mon, 9 Feb for a connect session with the LJC
Session 1 – Bootiful Spring AI by Josh Long
Session 2 – AI-Native Architecture for Java Applications by Pratik Patel
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
IRL: bit.ly/3ZeQWvi
We are teaming up with the London Java Community for an exciting evening focused on AI and modern Java development.
How to join
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
In-person: meetup.com/londonjavacommunity/events/313170802/
How to join
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
In-person: meetup.com/londonjavacommunity/events/313170802/
February 2, 2026 at 5:38 PM
We are teaming up with the London Java Community for an exciting evening focused on AI and modern Java development.
How to join
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
In-person: meetup.com/londonjavacommunity/events/313170802/
How to join
Virtual: luma.com/rzz21xzj
In-person: meetup.com/londonjavacommunity/events/313170802/
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Java Conferences with closing CFP in the next 15 days:
Voxxed Days Bucharest Closes: 31 January 2026
GeeCON Closes: 30 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 22 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
Voxxed Days Bucharest Closes: 31 January 2026
GeeCON Closes: 30 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 22 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
January 20, 2026 at 9:35 AM
Java Conferences with closing CFP in the next 15 days:
Voxxed Days Bucharest Closes: 31 January 2026
GeeCON Closes: 30 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 22 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
Voxxed Days Bucharest Closes: 31 January 2026
GeeCON Closes: 30 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 22 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
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The 2026 JChampions Conference begins on Thursday at 9:00 AM EST. You only need visit jchampionsconf.com/schedule.html
for the link to each session to watch it live or anytime afterwards till the end of time.
for the link to each session to watch it live or anytime afterwards till the end of time.
JChampions Conference
Conference organized by Java Champions and featuring Java Champions in the presentations.
jchampionsconf.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:33 PM
The 2026 JChampions Conference begins on Thursday at 9:00 AM EST. You only need visit jchampionsconf.com/schedule.html
for the link to each session to watch it live or anytime afterwards till the end of time.
for the link to each session to watch it live or anytime afterwards till the end of time.
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Exciting news: we'll be announcing speakers in the first week of Feb! Stay tuned.
Shout-outs to our track leaders @andresalmiray.com, @carlyrichmond.bsky.social Sam Basak @ammbra1508.bsky.social @ixchelruiz.bsky.social Audrey Neveu @piotrprz.bsky.social @dhardiker.bsky.social @mrhazell.bsky.social
Shout-outs to our track leaders @andresalmiray.com, @carlyrichmond.bsky.social Sam Basak @ammbra1508.bsky.social @ixchelruiz.bsky.social Audrey Neveu @piotrprz.bsky.social @dhardiker.bsky.social @mrhazell.bsky.social
January 20, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Exciting news: we'll be announcing speakers in the first week of Feb! Stay tuned.
Shout-outs to our track leaders @andresalmiray.com, @carlyrichmond.bsky.social Sam Basak @ammbra1508.bsky.social @ixchelruiz.bsky.social Audrey Neveu @piotrprz.bsky.social @dhardiker.bsky.social @mrhazell.bsky.social
Shout-outs to our track leaders @andresalmiray.com, @carlyrichmond.bsky.social Sam Basak @ammbra1508.bsky.social @ixchelruiz.bsky.social Audrey Neveu @piotrprz.bsky.social @dhardiker.bsky.social @mrhazell.bsky.social
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⏰ Don’t wait on this.
Late passes for #Devnexus go on sale Jan 19—and prices go up!
Grab your ticket now to save $$$ and invest in practical learning, real-world insights, and connections that pay off long after the event.
🎟️ Secure your spot: devnexus.com
📨 Sign up: atlj.ug/Xconnect
Late passes for #Devnexus go on sale Jan 19—and prices go up!
Grab your ticket now to save $$$ and invest in practical learning, real-world insights, and connections that pay off long after the event.
🎟️ Secure your spot: devnexus.com
📨 Sign up: atlj.ug/Xconnect
January 12, 2026 at 5:04 PM
⏰ Don’t wait on this.
Late passes for #Devnexus go on sale Jan 19—and prices go up!
Grab your ticket now to save $$$ and invest in practical learning, real-world insights, and connections that pay off long after the event.
🎟️ Secure your spot: devnexus.com
📨 Sign up: atlj.ug/Xconnect
Late passes for #Devnexus go on sale Jan 19—and prices go up!
Grab your ticket now to save $$$ and invest in practical learning, real-world insights, and connections that pay off long after the event.
🎟️ Secure your spot: devnexus.com
📨 Sign up: atlj.ug/Xconnect
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Java Conferences with closing CFP in the next 15 days:
JNation Closes: 18 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 16 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
JNation Closes: 18 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 16 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
January 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Java Conferences with closing CFP in the next 15 days:
JNation Closes: 18 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 16 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
JNation Closes: 18 January 2026
JCON Slovenia Closes: 16 January 2026
If you want to add your conference, please submit it at https://javaconferences.org/
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📅 #DevConf2026 is where the South African dev community comes alive. Whether you're in Joburg or Cape Town, this is THE event you don't want to miss.
Get tickets: www.devconf.co.za
Get tickets: www.devconf.co.za
January 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM
📅 #DevConf2026 is where the South African dev community comes alive. Whether you're in Joburg or Cape Town, this is THE event you don't want to miss.
Get tickets: www.devconf.co.za
Get tickets: www.devconf.co.za
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📣 Our call for papers is OPEN! Got an idea to share?
This is your moment to inspire the developer community.
Tracks Include:
🔸Java
🔸Architecture
🔸Dev Practices
🔸People & Culture
🔸Data
🔸Languages
🔸Build & Deploy
🔸Mind The Geek
Submit your proposal now ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev
This is your moment to inspire the developer community.
Tracks Include:
🔸Java
🔸Architecture
🔸Dev Practices
🔸People & Culture
🔸Data
🔸Languages
🔸Build & Deploy
🔸Mind The Geek
Submit your proposal now ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev
December 1, 2025 at 10:12 AM
📣 Our call for papers is OPEN! Got an idea to share?
This is your moment to inspire the developer community.
Tracks Include:
🔸Java
🔸Architecture
🔸Dev Practices
🔸People & Culture
🔸Data
🔸Languages
🔸Build & Deploy
🔸Mind The Geek
Submit your proposal now ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev
This is your moment to inspire the developer community.
Tracks Include:
🔸Java
🔸Architecture
🔸Dev Practices
🔸People & Culture
🔸Data
🔸Languages
🔸Build & Deploy
🔸Mind The Geek
Submit your proposal now ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev
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Miss our early Halloween ticket promo?
Fear not, we've opened up another 10 tickets at only £429. Be quick!! Use promo code STILLSPOOKY when registering today.
devoxx.co.uk
Fear not, we've opened up another 10 tickets at only £429. Be quick!! Use promo code STILLSPOOKY when registering today.
devoxx.co.uk
October 31, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Miss our early Halloween ticket promo?
Fear not, we've opened up another 10 tickets at only £429. Be quick!! Use promo code STILLSPOOKY when registering today.
devoxx.co.uk
Fear not, we've opened up another 10 tickets at only £429. Be quick!! Use promo code STILLSPOOKY when registering today.
devoxx.co.uk
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#Java peers...
This #Halloween, there are no tricks just treats! Take advantage of many #DevRel programs from Oracle's Java team:
🎃 Java on LinkedIn lnkd.in/ggSDpi45
🎃 Java on YouTube lnkd.in/g5bYYvW5
🎃 Java Newsletter lnkd.in/gTqBHHfX
🎃 Duke's Corner Podcast: lnkd.in/gvKzETp4
🎃 dev.java
This #Halloween, there are no tricks just treats! Take advantage of many #DevRel programs from Oracle's Java team:
🎃 Java on LinkedIn lnkd.in/ggSDpi45
🎃 Java on YouTube lnkd.in/g5bYYvW5
🎃 Java Newsletter lnkd.in/gTqBHHfX
🎃 Duke's Corner Podcast: lnkd.in/gvKzETp4
🎃 dev.java
October 31, 2025 at 4:43 PM
#Java peers...
This #Halloween, there are no tricks just treats! Take advantage of many #DevRel programs from Oracle's Java team:
🎃 Java on LinkedIn lnkd.in/ggSDpi45
🎃 Java on YouTube lnkd.in/g5bYYvW5
🎃 Java Newsletter lnkd.in/gTqBHHfX
🎃 Duke's Corner Podcast: lnkd.in/gvKzETp4
🎃 dev.java
This #Halloween, there are no tricks just treats! Take advantage of many #DevRel programs from Oracle's Java team:
🎃 Java on LinkedIn lnkd.in/ggSDpi45
🎃 Java on YouTube lnkd.in/g5bYYvW5
🎃 Java Newsletter lnkd.in/gTqBHHfX
🎃 Duke's Corner Podcast: lnkd.in/gvKzETp4
🎃 dev.java
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🚨 IT'S LIVE! The DevConf 2026 Call for Speakers is officially OPEN!
Got a story to share? A lesson learned? A cool tech demo? We want YOU on stage in JHB (May 12) & CPT (May 14)!
Submit now: devconf.co.za
Deadline: Nov 30th
#DevConf2026 #DevConfZA #CFP
Got a story to share? A lesson learned? A cool tech demo? We want YOU on stage in JHB (May 12) & CPT (May 14)!
Submit now: devconf.co.za
Deadline: Nov 30th
#DevConf2026 #DevConfZA #CFP
November 1, 2025 at 6:53 AM
🚨 IT'S LIVE! The DevConf 2026 Call for Speakers is officially OPEN!
Got a story to share? A lesson learned? A cool tech demo? We want YOU on stage in JHB (May 12) & CPT (May 14)!
Submit now: devconf.co.za
Deadline: Nov 30th
#DevConf2026 #DevConfZA #CFP
Got a story to share? A lesson learned? A cool tech demo? We want YOU on stage in JHB (May 12) & CPT (May 14)!
Submit now: devconf.co.za
Deadline: Nov 30th
#DevConf2026 #DevConfZA #CFP
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The next Inside Java Newscast will be episode #100. 🤩🥂 It'll be about the recent Valhalla news, but after that, to celebrate the jubilee, I'll answer your questions about the show and the team behind it. Put your questions below. 👇🏾
November 1, 2025 at 8:07 AM
The next Inside Java Newscast will be episode #100. 🤩🥂 It'll be about the recent Valhalla news, but after that, to celebrate the jubilee, I'll answer your questions about the show and the team behind it. Put your questions below. 👇🏾
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In NYC on the 18th & 19th of Nov? Then join us at AI Native DevCon.
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
October 24, 2025 at 1:11 PM
In NYC on the 18th & 19th of Nov? Then join us at AI Native DevCon.
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
In NYC on the 18th & 19th of Nov? Then join us at AI Native DevCon.
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
October 24, 2025 at 1:11 PM
In NYC on the 18th & 19th of Nov? Then join us at AI Native DevCon.
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
Day 1: Workshops & 101 Training (In-person)
Day 2: Full conference & keynotes (In-person/live-streamed)
Receive a 50% discount on in-person tickets using the code VJUG50.
Register Here: ainativedev.io/devcon
See you there!
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I am so EXCITED (and honored) to be presenting at DevNexus in March 2026!!!
I'll be talking about one of my favorite coding activities: Refactoring #Java in IntelliJ IDEA! Even if you're an experienced coder, I'll bet you'll still learn a few new things to try out...
I'll be talking about one of my favorite coding activities: Refactoring #Java in IntelliJ IDEA! Even if you're an experienced coder, I'll bet you'll still learn a few new things to try out...
October 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
I am so EXCITED (and honored) to be presenting at DevNexus in March 2026!!!
I'll be talking about one of my favorite coding activities: Refactoring #Java in IntelliJ IDEA! Even if you're an experienced coder, I'll bet you'll still learn a few new things to try out...
I'll be talking about one of my favorite coding activities: Refactoring #Java in IntelliJ IDEA! Even if you're an experienced coder, I'll bet you'll still learn a few new things to try out...
3 incredible sessions. 1 unforgettable event.
Simon Maple – Spec Driven Development
Holly Cummins – LangChain4j: Make Your Java Apps Smarter
Andreas Kollegger – Agentic Memory: Ripples of the Matrix
• In-person: bit.ly/47fIGzM
• Live online: bit.ly/3WAxoQt
Simon Maple – Spec Driven Development
Holly Cummins – LangChain4j: Make Your Java Apps Smarter
Andreas Kollegger – Agentic Memory: Ripples of the Matrix
• In-person: bit.ly/47fIGzM
• Live online: bit.ly/3WAxoQt
October 9, 2025 at 8:40 AM
3 incredible sessions. 1 unforgettable event.
Simon Maple – Spec Driven Development
Holly Cummins – LangChain4j: Make Your Java Apps Smarter
Andreas Kollegger – Agentic Memory: Ripples of the Matrix
• In-person: bit.ly/47fIGzM
• Live online: bit.ly/3WAxoQt
Simon Maple – Spec Driven Development
Holly Cummins – LangChain4j: Make Your Java Apps Smarter
Andreas Kollegger – Agentic Memory: Ripples of the Matrix
• In-person: bit.ly/47fIGzM
• Live online: bit.ly/3WAxoQt
Big news! We’re teaming up with the London Java Community (LJC) for our next vJUG Connect!
Join us on Oct 14th for 3 awesome talks, global connections & local vibes
Virtual: meetu.ps/e/Pwx9k/kxrnR/i
IRL: eventbrite.co.uk/e/ljc-meet-up-at-tessl-with-vjug-and-neo4j-tickets-1682943592589
Join us on Oct 14th for 3 awesome talks, global connections & local vibes
Virtual: meetu.ps/e/Pwx9k/kxrnR/i
IRL: eventbrite.co.uk/e/ljc-meet-up-at-tessl-with-vjug-and-neo4j-tickets-1682943592589
October 5, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Big news! We’re teaming up with the London Java Community (LJC) for our next vJUG Connect!
Join us on Oct 14th for 3 awesome talks, global connections & local vibes
Virtual: meetu.ps/e/Pwx9k/kxrnR/i
IRL: eventbrite.co.uk/e/ljc-meet-up-at-tessl-with-vjug-and-neo4j-tickets-1682943592589
Join us on Oct 14th for 3 awesome talks, global connections & local vibes
Virtual: meetu.ps/e/Pwx9k/kxrnR/i
IRL: eventbrite.co.uk/e/ljc-meet-up-at-tessl-with-vjug-and-neo4j-tickets-1682943592589
🔴 We are live 🔴 youtube.com/live/Miy0-euhIRY?si=SBoOA91eZyLLHl5D
Spring Debugger: A New Way To Demystify Spring Boot's Magic by Marco Behler
Spring Debugger: A New Way To Demystify Spring Boot's MagicThroughout history, the term "magic" has described things we don’t fully understand. But magic isn...
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September 23, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🔴 We are live 🔴 youtube.com/live/Miy0-euhIRY?si=SBoOA91eZyLLHl5D
🔍 Where did this property value come from?
⚡ Which bean is being used?
💡 Is there an active transaction?
On Sep 23, Marco Behler demos IntelliJ IDEA’s Spring Debugger — the tool that answers it all.
📡 Live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
#SpringBoot #Java #VirtualJUG
⚡ Which bean is being used?
💡 Is there an active transaction?
On Sep 23, Marco Behler demos IntelliJ IDEA’s Spring Debugger — the tool that answers it all.
📡 Live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
#SpringBoot #Java #VirtualJUG
Spring Debugger: A New Way To Demystify Spring Boot's Magic by Marco Behler, Tue, Sep 23, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
🚀 Join us and discover how the **Spring Debugger** turns “Spring Boot magic” into *Spring Boot mastery*.
**📅 Date:** 23rd September 2025
**📡 Virtual:** https://www.yout
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September 22, 2025 at 12:12 PM
🔍 Where did this property value come from?
⚡ Which bean is being used?
💡 Is there an active transaction?
On Sep 23, Marco Behler demos IntelliJ IDEA’s Spring Debugger — the tool that answers it all.
📡 Live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
#SpringBoot #Java #VirtualJUG
⚡ Which bean is being used?
💡 Is there an active transaction?
On Sep 23, Marco Behler demos IntelliJ IDEA’s Spring Debugger — the tool that answers it all.
📡 Live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
#SpringBoot #Java #VirtualJUG
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Join us for a live session on Sep 23 with Marco Behler and @maritvandijk.bsky.social!
Discover how the new Spring Debugger in IntelliJ IDEA helps turn Spring Boot “magic” into mastery.
📡 Join live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
Discover how the new Spring Debugger in IntelliJ IDEA helps turn Spring Boot “magic” into mastery.
📡 Join live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
September 20, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Join us for a live session on Sep 23 with Marco Behler and @maritvandijk.bsky.social!
Discover how the new Spring Debugger in IntelliJ IDEA helps turn Spring Boot “magic” into mastery.
📡 Join live: bit.ly/4msn0VN
Discover how the new Spring Debugger in IntelliJ IDEA helps turn Spring Boot “magic” into mastery.
📡 Join live: bit.ly/4msn0VN