Episode 35 “Stream Gatherers” with Viktor Klang

In this episode, Ana is joined by Viktor Klang, core JDK architect and author of the Stream Gatherers JDK Enhancement Proposal, to dive into one of the standout features of JDK 24: the Gatherers API.

Viktor explains how Gatherers extend the Java Stream API with custom intermediate operations, why they were added to the platform, and how they can enhance your day-to-day Java development. He also shares practical tips for using Gatherer API effectively, along with insights into the design process and how community feedback plays a crucial role in shaping JDK features.

Make sure to also check the Duke’s Corner podcast on dev.java.

Show Notes

• JEP 485
• The Gatherer API Tutorial
• Stream Gatherers - Deep Dive with the Expert

Additional resources

• Dev.java : The Destination for Java Developers
• OpenJDK
• Oracle Java

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