Quarkus is an open-source, Kubernetes-native Java framework tailored for GraalVM and HotSpot. It aims to optimize Java specifically for containers, making it an ideal choice for cloud-native applications. By leveraging ahead-of-time compilation and other innovative techniques, Quarkus delivers fast startup times and a minimal memory footprint, addressing common challenges in traditional Java applications.
Key Features of Quarkus:
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Fast Startup Times: Quarkus applications start in milliseconds, enhancing scalability and responsiveness.
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Low Memory Usage: Designed to consume less memory, Quarkus allows for higher application density in containerized environments.
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Developer Productivity: Features like live coding and a unified configuration approach streamline the development process.
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Extensive Extension Ecosystem: Quarkus offers a wide range of extensions, integrating seamlessly with popular libraries and frameworks.
Recent Developments:
As of November 2025, Quarkus has introduced several notable features:
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OpenTelemetry Logging Support: Enables distributed logging, facilitating better observability in microservices architectures. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
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LGTM Quarkus Dashboard: Provides a default dashboard for monitoring application health and performance metrics. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
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Reflection-Free Jackson Deserializers: Enhances performance by generating deserializers that do not rely on reflection. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Getting Started with Quarkus:
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Installation: Install the Quarkus CLI by following the official guide.
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Creating a New Project: Use the CLI to generate a new project:
quarkus create app org.acme:my-quarkus-app