Apache Kafka 4.0 introduces new features, improvements, and essential updates. Let’s see how these changes affect developers, system architects, and integrators. And to dive deeper, visit the article:
https://softwaremill.com/apache-kafka-4-0-0-released-kraft-queues-better-rebalance-performance/
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Catch our CEO, Tomasz Szymański, and CGO, Konrad Łucka, in person at CTO Craft Con Toronto on May 27-28!
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Let’s connect in Toronto!
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Together with our Staff Software Engineer, Łukasz Rola, we’re launching a brand-new series: Java Crack of the Week! 💻
👉 https://youtube.com/watch?v=JhH9N6pWPKk
In the first episode, Łukasz dives deep into one of the most critical Java vulnerabilities ever discovered: Log4Shell (CVE-2021-44228).
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Changing the way sensitive business functions, such as debt resolution, operate requires an in-depth understanding of the business and bold thinking. Find out how we helped our client turn an MVP into the first client-ready product.
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Can you believe that #Java turns 30 this year?!
Both praised and criticized, Java still plays a crucial role in modern software development. Over the decades, it has matured and evolved to meet ever-changing technical challenges and developer needs.
Join us on a journey from Java 6 to Java 22 and see how far this language has come over those 3 decades!
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Know what's trending and groundbreaking in #Scala development 💡
Discover expert insights from our blog:
🔹 Sttp client 4: the Scala HTTP client you always wanted, released!: https://softwaremill.com/sttp-client-4-scala-http-client-released/
🔹 What Scala has to offer for Java devs: https://softwaremill.com/what-scala-has-to-offer-for-java-devs/
🔹 Integrating callbacks with structured concurrency in Scala: https://softwaremill.com/integrating-callbacks-with-structured-concurrency-in-scala/
Learn more at sml.io/scala 💻
Our tech experts & business representatives are ready to discuss your ideas and needs! See where you can meet them this month:
Current London: Michał Matłoka & Marcin Głasek
Kotlin Conf 2025: Rafał Maciak
CTO Craft Toronto: Tomasz Szymański & Konrad Łucka
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Taming 5.4GB of NYC Taxi data with blazing-fast DataFrames, H3 geospatial indexing & a beautiful map demo! 🗺️
👉 Learn how we optimized a 5-min job down to 50 sec with Polars:
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Wanna learn something new about #Scala and #Kotlin? 💻
Then don't miss the chance to meet our experts in May!
🔹 GeeCon: Adam Warski & Rafał Maciak
🔹 Scala meetup in Amsterdam: Adam Warski
Kafka 4.0.0 = simplicity + performance 🚀
We’ve unpacked the key updates - KRaft, queues, and more.
Check out our deep dive and get ready for what’s next:
https://softwaremill.com/apache-kafka-4-0-0-released-kraft-queues-better-rebalance-performance/
Big shifts are happening in how we build software.
With AI stepping into the coding game, it’s time to revisit some foundational principles that every developer values.
Discover insights & join the discussion: https://softwaremill.com/code-modularity-and-clear-boundaries-importance/
Curious about what's trending in #Kotlin? Check out these top articles from our blog and enhance your skills:
🔹 Meet Kotlin 2.1 - From Non-Local Exits to Multi-Dollar Strings: https://softwaremill.com/meet-kotlin-2-1-from-non-local-exits-to-multi-dollar-strings/
🔹 7 Kotlin Libraries and Frameworks for Backend Development: https://softwaremill.com/7-kotlin-libraries-and-frameworks-for-backend-development-you-should-know/
🔹 Why Should Your Company Consider Switching from Java to Kotlin: https://softwaremill.com/why-should-your-company-consider-switching-from-java-to-kotlin/
🔹 Handling Errors in Kotlin: https://softwaremill.com/handling-errors-in-kotlin/
📚 For more Kotlin insights, visit our blog: https://sml.io/kotlin
We did it again...
We gathered the best experts, developers, and enthusiasts of #Scala and #FunctionalProgramming at the Scalar Conference 2025!
📺 Watch the official aftermovie and see how it was: https://youtu.be/tNA_OfL7Pr4?si=wsf_GK53HZWrlhAs
Ever wondered if you could self-host Signal and truly own your secure messaging? 🛡️💻 Dive into this hands-on journey and discover why it’s not as simple as it seems! 👉 https://softwaremill.com/can-you-self-host-the-signal-server/
Kotest is a Kotlin‑first testing framework that gives you features, such as:
👉 Multiple DSLs for specs (FunSpec, BehaviorSpec, ShouldSpec…) nad not only
👉 Cool features for tests organization and conditional evaluation
👉 Rich fluent assertions for super‑readable tests
👉 Built‑in property testing & data‑driven testing
To dive deeper into testing with Kotest, check out our latest article:
https://softwaremill.com/kotest-the-kotlin-testing-framework-you-will-love/
Can physical activity be part of company culture? At SoftwareMill, absolutely! 💪
Read the story of our Sports King of the Waters (SKW) program and discover how sports have become an integral part of our company’s DNA.
➡️ https://softwaremill.com/how-softwaremill-rewards-fitness-health-and-fun/
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The sttp client is an open-source HTTP client for Scala, integrating with every Scala stack, be it synchronous, a.k.a. direct-style, Future-based, or using functional effect systems such as cats-effect, ZIO, Monix, Kyo. The library is available for Scala 2.12, 2.13, and 3 on the JVM, Scala.JS, and Scala Native.
Learn more from our article:
https://softwaremill.com/sttp-client-4-scala-http-client-released/
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