Best The Maven Report Podcasts (2024)

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Vectors in Java Code, Database, and LLMs (#56) 49:48

8d ago49:48

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In this Foojay podcast, we enter the world of mathematics by discussing Vectors and how they are crucial for AI and machine learning. As ChatGPT explains: "A Vector is a mathematical structure that holds numerical values. Vectors are fundamental to the field of Artificial Intelligence, as they allow mathematical operations to be performed efficient…

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Embedded Java, Part 2 (#55) 1:09:52

15d ago1:09:52

1:09:52

As a backend developer, you may not realize that Java was initially born on embedded devices like set-top boxes and gateways. We discussed this topic for the first time almost three years ago in Foojay Podcast #2 with James Gosling, Johan Vos, Erik Costlow, and Frank Delporte (https://foojay.io/today/foojay-podcast-2/). In this episode #55, we look…

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Music and MIDI with Java and Kotlin (#54) 51:51

22d ago51:51

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MIDI is a universal standard for communicating between musical instruments and computers. Within OpenJDK, there is a whole Java package dedicated to MIDI communication and data handling. Is it up to date? Are there better approaches now? And what can we do with music, Java, and Kotlin? Let's find out... Guests Atsushi Eno https://atsushieno.github.…

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JCON Report, Part 5 (#53): CQRS, JOOQ, GraphQL, API, Vaadin, OpenRewrite, ErrorProne, Gateways,... 42:48

29d ago42:48

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This is the final part of the JCON interviews. Did I save the best for last? It's up to you to decide. In this episode, you'll hear Simon Martinelli, Nicolas Fränkel, Marcus Hellberg, Rick Ossendrijver, and Abdel Sghiouar. We talked about a bunch of topics, like evolving your APIs, GraphQL, Java versus Kotlin versus Rust, Vaadin, AI and ChatGPT, Op…

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JCON Report, Part 4 (#52): Garbage Collectors, Test Containers, Flaky Tests, ToxiProxy, Virtual Threads 41:47

1M ago41:47

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This is part 4 of the JCON interviews. In this episode, we have 5 new guests for you. We start with garbage collectors and Intelligence Cloud, a tool created by Azul to find out which of your code is actually used in production and which dependencies are known to have vulnerabilities. My colleague Gerrit Grunwald was at JCON to give a talk about th…

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JCON Report, Part 3 (#51) - Persistence, Jakarta EE, GlassFish, Messaging via Telegram 40:52

1M ago40:52

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This is part 3 of the JCON interviews. In this episode, Frank meets Otavio Santana, who recently wrote the book "Mastering the Java Virtual Machine." At JCON, he talked about the persistence layer and how you can evolve your career. You'll also learn more about Jakarta EE, GlassFish, and a PET project with messaging via Telegram. Content 00:42 Otav…

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JCON Report, Part 2 (#50) - Maven, Software Security, Code Quality 52:09

2M ago52:09

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This is part 2 of the interviews we recorded at the JCON conference earlier this month in Germany. In this episode you get two main topics: Maven and Code Quality. In the first part, you'll hear Karl Heinz Marbaise and Steve Pool about the Maven project, the repository, Sonaytype and the security impact of dependencies. But next to security, we as …

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JCON Report, Part 1 (#49) - JUGs, Communities, Open Source, Generative AI, LangChain4j, Machine Learning 44:45

2M ago44:45

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On Tuesday, May 14th, the Foojay Podcast went live at the JCON conference in Cologne, Germany, to talk with speakers and visitors about all things Java. We had so many amazing talks that we will combine them into several podcast episodes in the next weeks. This is part 1! 00:26 Geertjan Wielenga: Founding father of Foojay.io https://www.linkedin.co…

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From News Reporter to Jewelry Reseller: Desiree's Inspiring Journey 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Send us a Text Message. Meet Desiree, aka Good Great Fabulous! She transitioned from a news reporter to a full-time jewelry reseller and digital creator to gain flexibility and care for her son. Discover her passion for jewelry reselling, the excitement of finding unique pieces, and her journey to starting the Jewelry Resellers Podcast. Desiree sha…

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The Online Seller's Blueprint for Success with Stephanie Inge's Expert Strategies 34:01

2M ago34:01

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the secrets of turning your online marketplace hustle into a thriving business with Stephanie Inge, a pioneer in the eBay selling space and the spirited founder of the 1st eBay meetup group. This episode is a treasure trove of Stephanie's 25 years of wisdom, from the nitty-gritty of cross-posting with List Perfectly…

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JUG Oberpfalz, JCON Conference, and JAVAPRO Magazine (#48) 38:49

2M ago38:49

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Once a month, in the Foojay Podcast, we discuss the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. In this episode, we are in Oberpfalz, Germany, for a particular reason. The organizers of the local JUG are the same people responsible for the JCON conference in Cologne in a few weeks. Let's learn more about the Java community in Germany. Gu…

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Podcast Spotlight: Navigating the Jewelry Reselling Landscape with Nisha Drinkard | Powered by List Perfectly 33:38

2M ago33:38

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Send us a Text Message. Step into the dynamic world of jewelry reselling with Nisha Drinkard, the entrepreneurial force behind Picks by Nisha, in this illuminating podcast episode. As a devoted user of List Perfectly, Nisha shares firsthand insights into how this cutting-edge platform has revolutionized her reselling business, optimizing her listin…

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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with Java (#47) 44:30

3M ago44:30

44:30

About one and a half years ago, ChatGPT was launched. The way we search for information and develop software has changed a lot since then as the use of Artificial Intelligence suddenly became a lot easier. What can we expect in the near future, and how can we program AI ourselves with Java? Let's find out... Guests Lize Raes https://www.linkedin.co…

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Unlocking Success: Maria "The Style Lister" Shares Pro Tips for TikTok & Poshmark Live 47:06

3M ago47:06

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Send us a Text Message. Join us on the latest episode of the Power Selling Podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Maria "The Style Lister." Delve into the secrets of her TikTok and Poshmark Live success, and learn firsthand how she harnesses these platforms to maximize her reselling endeavors. Maria also emphasizes the pivotal role of community…

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From Garage to Warehouse: The Journey of Ken Williams in Reselling 35:45

4M ago35:45

35:45

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of Ken Williams, who went from being a burnt-out VP of a $100 million company to a successful entrepreneur in the reselling industry. In this captivating tale, Ken shares how he and his team built their business from the ground up, starting with buying storage units in their garag…

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JUG World Tour: JUG Switzerland (#46) 37:26

4M ago37:26

37:26

In this podcast, once a month, we discuss the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. In this episode, I'm leaving the European Union and stepping over the border of Switzerland, the country where the Red Cross was started, and many international institutions have their headquarters. Let's find out if there is also a big Java communi…

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Breaking Free from the 9-5: Philip's Journey to $4 Million on eBay & Building an Online Empire 38:13

4M ago38:13

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Send us a Text Message. Join Philip in his journey from escaping the corporate rat race to becoming a full-time eBay seller. Since 2009, he has amassed over four million dollars in sales, proving that there's life beyond the confines of corporate America. Transitioning to online entrepreneurship, Philip shares insights into his specialty of refurbi…

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Welcome to Java 22 (#45) 52:48

4M ago52:48

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Last September, we got Java 21, a Long Term Support (LTS) version with eight new big features and seven incubator or preview features. Does Java 22 also bring that much innovation, or is it just a bug-fix release? And what needs to be done to get such a release published on time? Let's find out... Speakers Loïc Mathieu https://www.linkedin.com/in/l…

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Sassy Silver Sisters: Laughs & Reselling Adventures Podcast 38:36

4M ago38:36

38:36

Send us a Text Message. Real-life sisters Kelly, Cathy, and Rhonda bring the fun to your listening pleasure! Join us for a delightful mix of informal chatter, silly moments, and genuine discussions as we juggle our passion for reselling, including a lot of information about the world of storage auctions. They are a dynamic trio with a passion for l…

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Mastering eBay: Unlocking Financial Freedom with Shari's $3 Million Selling Journey 31:01

4M ago31:01

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Send us a Text Message. Join us on this exciting podcast episode as Shari, an eBay veteran since 2006, shares her journey of selling close to $3 million worth of goods on the platform. Discover how eBay became not just a passion but a pathway to financial freedom for Shari, allowing her to speak on prestigious stages like eBay Open and build lifelo…

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JUG World Tour: Quarkus Club (#44) 34:00

4M ago34:00

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Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. We have a special group in this episode as we visit the virtual Quarkus Club. This initiative started less than a year ago and is already one of the biggest groups in the world dedicated to Quarkus. Links https://discord.com/invite/NUsVvZp7hs http…

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Unlocking Success: Inside Long Beach's Premier eBay eCommerce Sellers Group with Founder Patty Coleman 34:19

5M ago34:19

34:19

Send us a Text Message. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the monthly meetings of the Long Beach eBay eCommerce Sellers Group, founded by the industry trailblazer Patty Coleman. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is a must-attend meetup group in Long Beach, CA. #eBaySellers #LongBeachCommerce #PattyColeman #eC…

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Modern Java Testing (#43) 1:20:02

5M ago1:20:02

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As a developer we all want to write bug free and high quality code. Writing tests is a crucial part to achieve this. Let’s explore the art of ensuring robust and bug-free code in the Java ecosystem. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, there’s a lot you can learn from the experts in this podcast about testing methodologies, too…

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Antique Mall Maven to Online Selling Expert: Nanette Zupon's Journey Since 1997 25:06

5M ago25:06

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the fascinating journey of Nanette Zupon, a trailblazing online antique and collectibles seller whose venture began in antique malls and evolved into a thriving online business since 1997. From swap meets to eBay success, Nanette has accumulated over $2 million in sales, showcasing her expertise in the world of antiq…

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JUG World Tour: Jozi-JUG and Cape Town Java Community (#42) 52:57

5M ago52:57

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Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. Today, we are traveling to Cape Town and Johannesburg to learn more about its Java communities. Java User Groups Jozi-JUG https://www.meetup.com/Jozi-JUG/ https://www.youtube.com/@JoziJUG https://twitter.com/jozijug Cape Town Java Community https:…

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Web Development with Java (#41) 52:42

6M ago52:42

52:42

When starting to build a new website, you are facing a major challenge. Which framework should you use? Angular, React, Vue, Svelte? They are all based on JavaScript and can be the right choice depending on your needs. But do you really need one of these frameworks? Why would you not just stick to Java and use one of the many great libraries that a…

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Maximizing Your Disney Magic: eBay Selling Tips with Dean Mancina! 44:36

6M ago44:36

44:36

Send us a Text Message. Dean grew up in Southern California. As a child, he was the unofficial tour guide to Disneyland for his Minnesota relatives when they came out to California. In the early 1970s, he had a mail-order business selling 8mm sound reels to collectors of Disney Animation... way before videos and DVDs. He also sold Disneyland souven…

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Making Java Attractive for Beginners in Programming (#40) 57:19

6M ago57:19

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“Public static void main string array” are the first words everyone sees when they start their first Java Hello World experiments. Some teachers explain them, while others say you will understand each word later. Is this a problem to attract more Java developers? And how can we make the Java language more attractive for newbies? Let’s ask some expe…

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JUG World Tour: Java Dominicana (#39) 33:41

7M ago33:41

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Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. Today, we are traveling to the Dominican Republic to learn more about the country and its Java community. Guests Brayan Muñoz Vargas https://twitter.com/Brayanmnz_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayanmnz/ Eudris Cabrera Rodriguez https://twitter.com…

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Java in the Cloud (#38) 58:49

7M ago58:49

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Java was born in 1995, when the internet as we know it today, didn’t exist yet. Cloud servers, Docker, Kubernetes, distributed systems, scaling up and down,… These things are now part of our daily job, but Java wasn’t originally designed for it. In this episode, we want to learn if the recent evolutions in OpenJDK, and ongoing related projects, wil…

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J-Fall Report, Part 4 (#37) 37:25

7M ago37:25

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Check the previous Foojay Podcasts for the first three parts of our J-Fall report. That one-day conference in the Netherlands in November was packed with amazing sessions. In this episode, you’ll get the remaining interviews we made that day. And as they say, last but not least, again, we have some fascinating insights for you into Java and its evo…

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Unveiling the World of Antiques, Etsy, and Reselling with Diana | The Adirondack Girl @ Heart 29:29

7M ago29:29

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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ Welcome to The Power Selling Podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of antiques, Etsy, reselling, and the art of teaching with our special guest, Diana, famously known as "The Adirondack Girl @ Heart." Join us in this insightful episode as Diana shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences in vintage tre…

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J-Fall Report, Part 3 (#36) 38:24

7M ago38:24

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In Episodes 33 and 34 of the Foojay Podcast, you got the first two parts of our JFall Report. But on that single-day conference, we had many more interesting interviews, so this is part 3! Later, we will talk about JOOQ, Desktop Applications, and Security. But first… Maven. It’s one of the most used tools in Java development, and we can learn a lot…

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JUG World Tour: Dublin JUG (#35) 34:42

8M ago34:42

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Once a month in this podcast, we talk about the history of a Java User Group and the people behind it. Today, we are traveling to Dublin to learn more about its Java community. Links https://dubjug.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8513472/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/dubjug/ https://twitter.com/dubjug https://www.youtube.com/@dubjug/videos?…

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J-Fall Report, Part 2 (#34) 33:26

8M ago33:26

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On November 9th, we had several interviews with the speakers and guests at the J-Fall conference in the Netherlands. Last week, in episode 33 of the Foojay Podcast, you could hear discussions about the evolution of Java towards the cloud and sustainability. In this part, we will touch on various topics related to the developers' lives. 00:00 Introd…

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J-Fall Report, Part 1 (#33) 42:43

8M ago42:43

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A few months ago, we asked the J-Fall organization team if a Foojay Broadcast Room would be a good idea. And they said yes, so suddenly we found ourselves in the middle of the entrance of the Pathé cinema in Ede in the Netherlands, with a camera and microphones. During the day, we had a lot of exciting talks. There are way too many to fit in one po…

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JUG World Tour: Philippines JUG (#32) 36:02

8M ago36:02

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Once a month we talk about the history of a JUG and the people behind it. Today we travel to the Philippines. A new generation of developers has taken over the organization of the JUG. And in addition, they are also involved in the organization of the Softcon conference. Let's talk about the history and future of the Java community in the Philippin…

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Report of Devoxx '23 in Belgium (#31) 36:33

9M ago36:33

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The first week of October, the 20th edition of Devoxx took place in Antwerp, Belgium. Over 3000 Java developers, speakers, and enthusiasts gathered to share their knowledge and learn from each other. I got the opportunity to walk around with a microphone and talk to visitors and speakers. Not all of them, as there were just too many people and too …

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Elevating E-commerce Success: Interview with Michael Swoape, COO of One4Silver High Quality Tableware 20:42

9M ago20:42

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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an insightful podcast interview with Michael Swoape, the Chief Operating Officer of One4Silver, a leading name in high-quality tableware. Discover the secrets behind their thriving presence on platforms like eBay and Walmart as Michael shares invaluable insights and strategies for success in the competitive world…

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JUG World Tour: Utrecht JUG (#29) 19:00

10M ago19:00

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On September 12th, I was invited to speak at the Utrecht JUG together with Hanno Embrechts. That was an ideal moment to grab my camera and microphones to interview the organisers and some of the guests. So this is a bit a special edition of the Foojay Podcast as it’s also available with video! An experiment that brought me great pleasure. I hope yo…

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How will AI and ML Influence the Role of Developers? (#28) 56:27

10M ago56:27

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Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT are the talk of the town. Every conference has several talks about these technologies, and on Foojay, you can find multiple posts about it. In this podcast, we want to take a look at it from the Java point of view. How can we use AI in Java programs or our job as a developer? Guests Zoran Sevarac https://www.link…

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Java 21 Has Arrived! (#28) 55:53

10M ago55:53

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Since 2018, we get a new version of Java every 6 months. And version 21, released this month, will be a long-term support version that can be used for many years. It also brings a lot of new features and improvements in both the language and the runtime. Actually, there are so many that we’ll probably not get all of them discussed in this podcast! …

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Meet Cheryl Hinton - eBay Pro 'YaYa Rambles' | Antique Booth Manager & eBay Community Founder 34:14

10M ago34:14

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Send us a Text Message. "Welcome to my channel! In this video, we introduce you to Cheryl Hinton, also known as YaYa Rambles, a seasoned eBay seller and antique booth manager based in Central Florida. Cheryl is not only passionate about selling on eBay but is also the founder of 'The Greater Tampa eBay Sellers Group,' a thriving eBay community that…

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JUG World Tour: Chicago JUG and KUG (#27) 38:49

11M ago38:49

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Since December last year, the Foojay podcast virtually visited a Java User Group monthly. This journey has already brought us to many places around the world. And this time, we are in Chicago to learn from the Java and Kotlin user groups. Guests Mary Grygleski https://foojay.social/@mgrygles https://twitter.com/mgrygles John Burns https://bigshould…

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The Future of Source Control and CI/CD (#26) 1:14:15

1y ago1:14:15

1:14:15

As developers, we like to automate the boring parts of our job. This automation includes the source control system, build pipelines, and code analysis tools. In recent decades, we have seen evolutions from CVS to Subversion to Git. Is this the endpoint? Did we find the holy grail in version control? Or what evolutions are waiting for us? Let’s find…

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Game Development with Java, JavaFX, and FXGL (#25) 56:10

1y ago56:10

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Java and JavaFX are probably not the first options you consider if you want to create a game application. But the FXGL library allows you to do precisely that: create games that run on all platforms with the same codebase as we are used to with Java. And even without an extra library, the JavaFX Components and Canvas provide many animation and gami…

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JUG World Tour: BeJUG, BruJUG and how Devoxx was born as JavaPolis (#24) 54:38

1y ago54:38

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The Foojay Java User Group World Tour has already brought us to a lot of different countries all over the world. But for this episode, the host decided to stay at home. The Belgium JUG (BeJUG) started in 1997 and was the birthplace of Devoxx, Devoxx4Kids, and VoxxedDays. And in our capital Brussels, we can join Brussels JUG (BruJUG), since 2010. So…

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Java Performance and Profiling (#23) 1:15:34

1y ago1:15:34

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How do you get the maximum performance out of your Java application? And how to use profiling to find the bottlenecks? Let's learn it in this podcast! Java profiling is a crucial technique for measuring and improving the performance of applications. It helps identify bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other application performance issues. There are var…

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From Trash to Treasure: The Art of Thrifting and Antiquing 43:52

1y ago43:52

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Send us a Text Message. Benefits Of Antiques Tourism with Wayne Jordan In this exciting podcast, we introduce you to Wayne Jordan, a retired auctioneer, antique dealer, writer, editor, and advocate for antique tourism. After working together on the podcast Flip It or Skip It, Wayne has pursued his passion for revitalizing small towns through the Ma…

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When Profession and Fun Overlap (#22) 1:00:32

1y ago1:00:32

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Grab your Lego and robots, and let's talk about STEM, STEAM, and programming for fun! As a developer, we all get frustrated occasionally when a bug messes up our schedule, and we have to dive deep into the code to find a solution. But still, many of us keep coding in our free time as we love to do it and want to create amazing stuff. In this episod…

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