About Dan Buga
I share insights on Java programming and technology while guiding devs
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Hello user_name! Knowledge of how GC and JVM work is essential for every Java developer. Proper resource management directly affects application performance and stability. Automatic Memory Management When a new object is created in Java, the JVM automatically allocates the necessary amount of memory for it in the heap. The size of memory allocated for each object is determined by its structure: wh...
From Stop-The-World to Low-Latency
Jul 28, 2025
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Hello user_name! Recently, reactive programming has been gaining popularity because traditional imperative programming has several limitations in modern high-load and distributed applications. Problems with the Traditional Approach: "Thread-per-request" Model : Each HTTP request occupies a separate thread, leading to high memory consumption when handling a large number of concurrent requests. Thre...
Why Your Applications Need Reactive Programming Now!
Jul 07, 2025
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Hello user_name! Today, I want to talk about a misconception that has plagued Java for many years: the myth of "slow" Java. Honestly, when I hear that, I can't help but smile. Modern Java isn't just not slow – it's blazingly fast , and with the advent of Spring Boot , it has also become incredibly convenient. Java: Why I've Never Considered It Slow I remember at the beginning of my career, I'd c...
Debunking the "Slow Java" Myth
Jun 27, 2025
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