Find out how the Java Date and Time API addresses the need for a more robust date and time infrastructure in Java SE, then familiarize yourself with the java.time classes you're most likely to use ...

The current Java.net poll question is, " How critical is it for JSR-310 (new Date and Time API) to be implemented in Java 8? " At the time of my writing of this post, nearly 150 respondents have ...

Other useful features include an upgraded date and time API, which was needed to address international date and time issues that were not handled well in earlier versions of Java.

You will find articles on lambda expressions, the date and time API, and more. I fully expect Java 8 to unleash a new wave of software-powered business innovation. How will your company use Java 8?

Here are my Java 8 session picks: Monday at 4pm (16:00): Programming with Lambdas [CON8366] Wednesday at 1pm (13:00) The Java Date and Time API in Java SE 8: Overview and Tips [CON3151] Thursday at ...