November 2022
Intermediate to advanced
146 pages
3h 16m
English
Overview
In "Java Memory Management: A Comprehensive Guide to Garbage Collection and JVM Tuning", you will delve deeply into the structure of Java memory, its management, and how to optimize it for application performance. You will learn about garbage collection, memory profiling, and strategies for avoiding leaks, enhancing both your code quality and system reliability.
What this Book will help me do
- Master how Java memory is structured and understand the stack, heap, and Metaspace.
- Comprehend the different garbage collection mechanisms in the JVM and their advanced configurations.
- Learn best practices for profiling and tuning Java applications for optimal memory usage.
- Identify memory leaks and implement solutions to prevent them effectively.
- Gain proficiency in JVM tools and techniques for monitoring memory and application performance.
Author(s)
Maaike van Putten is an experienced software developer and trainer with a strong background in Java technologies. Dr. Seán Kennedy holds a doctorate in computer science and specializes in Java performance optimization. Together, they combine hands-on experience and theoretical expertise to deliver a clear and practical guide to Java memory management.
Who is it for?
This book is tailored for Java developers at any expertise level, whether you're just starting in Java development or you're a seasoned practitioner aiming to deepen your understanding. It is also invaluable for DevOps professionals managing Java applications. If you aspire to better understand and optimize Java memory processes, this book is for you.
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