JVM Performance Engineering: Inside OpenJDK and the HotSpot Java Virtual Machine
by Monica Beckwith
Preface
Welcome to my guide to JVM performance engineering, distilled from more than 20 years of expertise as a Java Champion and performance engineer. Within these pages lies a journey through the evolution of the JVM—a narrative that unfolds Java’s robust capabilities and architectural prowess. This book meticulously navigates the intricacies of JVM internals and the art and science of performance engineering, examining everything from the inner workings of the HotSpot VM to the strategic adoption of modular programming. By asserting Java’s pivotal role in modern computing—from server environments to the integration with exotic hardware—it stands as a beacon for practitioners and enthusiasts alike, heralding the next frontier in JVM performance ...