Default, Static and Private Methods in Java Interfaces
Lewis Coosner
2024-01-26
Lewis discusses default, static and private methods in Java interfaces.
Coding Matters
Coding matters: Yet Another Acronym
Jacqui Coosner
2024-01-25
After news of MOAB (mother of all breaches), Jacqui ponders acronyms and invents one of her own.
Coding matters: Miracles in minutes
Jacqui Coosner
2024-01-18
Learn to program in 5 minutes! Except that you can’t. There is no miraculous way to learn new skills in minutes.
New in Java: Statements before super(…)
Lewis Coosner
2024-01-16
Lewis introduces a new enhancement in Java: statements before super()
Pattern Matching and the Java instanceOf Operator
Lewis Coosner
2024-01-11
Lewis explains the instanceOf operator for pattern matching, and how to use the JEP documents to keep informed of new Java developments.
The right side to resolutions
Jacqui Coosner
2024-01-11
We make resolutions because we believe in our ability to change and be better. We fail because our implementation approach is wrong.
Coding matters: TCOY and remember TIMTOWTDI
Jacqui Coosner
2023-12-07
For most of us, it is time to take a break and recharge batteries. Remember to take care of yourself. And there is more than one way to do it, so no need for FOMO if you have no special plans.
State of the Java Ecosystem
Lewis Coosner
2023-12-06
Lewis gets curious: which JVM/JDK versions are developers actually using, and from which manufacturers? He takes a look at various reports.
Coding matters: Boxes, boxes, everywhere
Jacqui Coosner
2023-11-23
We might have a paperless office, but what about all the boxes that our devices and appliances come in? That pesky warranty wants you to keep them!
The Law of Demeter
Lewis Coosner
2023-11-23
The Law of Demeter is a guideline for software design. It is also known as the principle of least knowledge. Simply put: “*Only talk to your immediate friends, don’t talk to strangers*.”