Stream: Virtual Room 9
Time: 15:00 - 15:45
Java on z/OS has advanced significantly in recent releases, and staying current is essential for performance, security, and modernization. This session walks through the key capabilities and improvements in IBM Semeru Runtime Certified Edition for z/OS versions 21 and 25, highlighting the real‑world benefits clients are seeing with these newer levels. We’ll cover major runtime, performance, and security enhancements; what’s new in the language, JVM, and tooling; and the resources that help make planning and executing an upgrade straightforward. Whether you’re modernizing applications, improving operational efficiency, or preparing for future Java releases, this session shows how adopting the latest Java levels delivers meaningful value on IBM Z.
Thaksena is a Senior Manager for the Java on IBM Z Team and manages development and client engagement initiatives. She is based in Toronto, Canada.
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