Java at 30: From WORA to Enterprise Backbone
2025-05-23
Thirty years ago, Java burst onto the scene, its 'Write Once, Run Anywhere' promise offering a breath of fresh air to the development world. While the reality of 'Write Once, Test Everywhere' sometimes prevailed, Java quickly became a mainstay of enterprise applications. It weathered legal battles with Microsoft and experienced fluctuations in popularity, yet remains a top-tier language in the TIOBE index. Oracle's commercialization strategy has caused controversy, but the existence of open-source alternatives ensures Java's continued vitality, keeping it highly relevant as it enters its fourth decade.
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