Jakarta EE and the Payara Platform

Shaping the future of the industry through our direct contributions to the Jakarta EE Working Group, as Eclipse Foundation Contributing Members, and as members of the Project Management Committee.

What is Jakarta EE?

Jakarta EE can be defined as a set of open source specifications that enables Java developers to work on cloud native Java enterprise applications. Jakarta EE was formerly Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) and Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition (J2EE).

Jakarta EE specifications are either grouped into a platform specification (Full or Web Platform) or can be an individual specification.

Regardless of the grouping all Jakarta EE specifications consist of

  • APIs and Specification document – defining and describing the specification
  • Technology Compatibility Kit (TCK) – used for testing the code implemented based on the APIs and Specification document
  • Compatible Implementation – implementation that successfully passes the TCK

As enterprises modernize their infrastructure for cloud, microservices and containers, the technological transformation requires a new governance model that provides faster release cycles to keep pace with innovation, along with an open source, community-driven evolution of the platform.

As Contributing Members of the Eclipse Foundation, we’re dedicated to helping shape the future of open source, and continuously invest our resources and expertise to the improvement, innovation, and development of open source technologies and Jakarta EE. Our involvement allows us to support the sustainability of the community, participate in marketing programs, and have direct access to the governance of both the Jakarta EE Working Group and the Eclipse Foundation. Steve Millidge, Director of Payara, is also a Project Management Committee member of Jakarta EE. The Payara team are also contributing to optimizing Enterprise Java for microservices architectures to help enterprises make their journey into the cloud, working closely with customers to shape Jakarta EE to meet their future needs, and are active committers to the Eclipse MicroProfile initiative.

Jakarta EE and Payara Platform

User Guides & Tutorials

Jakarta EE 10: What Decision Makers Need to Know

Jakarta EE 10 is HUGE NEWS.

It is the first release since Jakarta EE (then Java EE) was donated to the Eclipse Foundation that actually brings new features. Old APIs are getting removed; consistency is being added; and the new Core Profile is meeting user needs when it comes to microservices, by creating a foundation for RESTful microservices.

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Dismiss the Java Myths: Get to Know the Real Jakarta EE

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Java was created in 1995 and despite being over 25 years old, it’s still one of the most popular and widely used programming languages in the world. Due to its longevity – many myths around Java EE (now Jakarta EE) have circulated. In this eBook, we’ll discuss the most common myths and show you why the programming language is still relevant, how it keeps up with the changes in the IT world and show there is a future in Jakarta EE.

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Dismiss the Myths: Get to know Jakarta EE

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In our “Dismiss the Myths” webinar series, we discuss the common myths surround Java EE / Jakarta EE and show you the programming language is still relevant, keeps up with the changes in the IT world, and that there is a future in Jakarta EE.

You can see all the videos from the Webinar series here:

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Jakarta EE 10 in 3 Minutes

Jakarta EE 10 in 3 minutes

It’s important you know what Jakarta EE 10 means if you work in the world of enterprise and middleware Java. In this video, we explain all in 3 minutes.

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From the Payara Blog

  • The Payara Monthly Catch - September 2024 30 Sep 2024

    Ahoy crew! Welcome aboard the September edition of Payara’s Monthly Catch! As we chart our course toward the final quarter of the year, we’ve got a boatload of exciting updates, news and highlights from the Payara community and beyond. Here's our brief overview of must-read guides, in-depth tutorials, technical insights, and expert advice from September that will help you elevate your software development and deployment for enterprise Java applications!

  • Join Live Webinar - Jakarta EE 11: What’s Next for Enterprise Java 18 Sep 2024

    Join us for this informational webinar lead by Tanja Obradovic, Java Programs Senior Manager at Eclipse Foundation and Andrew Pielage, Senior Software Engineer at Payara, where we’ll explore what’s coming in the highly anticipated Jakarta EE 11 release.   Designed to keep enterprise Java modern, productive, and aligned with the latest advancements in the Java ecosystem, Jakarta EE 11, coming in Autumn this year, introduces powerful new features, including support for Java SE 21 Virtual Threads, and Jakarta Data for simplified, cloud-native data access. Jakarta EE 11: What’s Next for Enterprise Java Monday, 30th of September, 2pm BST Register: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/jakarta-ee-11-whats-next

  • Join Live Webinar - Ensuring Long-Term Stability with Payara Platform 4 Lifetime Support 17 Sep 2024

    Are you ready for the future of your mission-critical Java EE applications?   Join us as we introduce our new Lifetime Support model for Payara Platform 4. Learn how this new offering can provide peace of mind and ensure the continued stability and security of your business-critical Java EE applications. Ensuring Long-Term Stability with Payara Platform 4 Lifetime Support Tuesday, 24th of September, 2pm BST Register: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/payara-platform-4-lifetime-support

  • The Payara Monthly Catch - August 2024 29 Aug 2024

    Summer didn't stop our experts at Payara from producing meaningful content to help software developers and DevOps specialists power up their Jakarta EE applications. As August ends, we curated the top highlights from the month for you to check as you get back to your desk. Focusing on Jakarta EE 11, cloud computing, microservices, application server migrations and more, this monthly catch is treasure trove of valuable content, brimming with must-read guides, in-depth tutorials, technical insights, and expert advice that will help you elevate your software development and deployment projects. Don’t miss out on these essential resources—dive in and discover the knowledge you need to succeed!

  • Join Live Webinar - Simplifying Security for Your Jakarta EE Applications with Apache Shiro 26 Aug 2024

    Join us for an insightful webinar with Lenny Primak & Luqman Saeed, where we'll demystify security for your Jakarta EE applications using Apache Shiro. Simplifying Security for Your Jakarta EE Applications with Apache Shiro Wednesday, the the 4th of September, 4pm BST Register: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/security-with-jakarta-and-apache-shiro

  • Join Live Webinar - GlassFish to Payara Platform Migration Roadmap 08 Aug 2024

    Are you currently using GlassFish 7 and considering a migration to Payara Server? This webinar will provide a comprehensive high-level roadmap for your transition, ensuring a smooth migration process and taking full advantage of the full potential of your Jakarta EE applications running on Payara Server. GlassFish to Payara Platform Migration Roadmap Wednesday, the 14th of August 2pm BST Register: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/glassfish-to-payara-migration-aug-2024 

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