This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Renan Almeida
In this article, we’ll dive into two powerful tools in the Java ecosystem: GraalVM and Maven. Both serve distinct purposes, yet they can complement each other in Java development. We’ll explore what each tool does, their key features, and how they can be combined to enhance Java applications.
What is GraalVM?
GraalVM is a versatile virtual machine that extends the capabilities of the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). It is designed to execute Java programs and other programming languages like JavaScript, Python, Ruby, and more. One of its standout features is the ability to run code written in multiple languages simultaneously on the same VM, making it a powerful tool for polyglot programming.
Key Features of GraalVM:
- Polyglot Capabilities: Run applications in various languages (Java, JavaScript, Python, etc.) on a single virtual machine.
- Ahead-of-Time Compilation (AOT): GraalVM can compile Java bytecode into native binaries, providing faster startup times and reduced memory usage.
- Improved Performance: With the Graal Just-In-Time (JIT) compiler, applications can run faster than on traditional JVMs.
- Interoperability: Allows seamless calling and integrating of code across different languages.
Example: GraalVM AOT Compilation
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Renan Almeida