Shaaf and I have been heads‑down exploring how LangChain4j slots into everyday Java and Jakarta EE projects. Our experiments have grown into a full talk series. You can find a list of delivered and upcoming talks on my conference page: https://bazlur.ca/conferences/ Why we’re doing this LangChain4j gives Java devs RAG pipelines, vector‑store abstractions, and agent helpers without leaving the … Read more
Disclaimer: This article details an experimental project built for learning and demonstration purposes. The implementation described is not intended as a production-grade solution. Some parts of the code were generated using JetBrains’ AI Agent, Junie. Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-4, Llama, and Gemini have revolutionized how we interact with information. However, their knowledge is … Read more
Disclaimer: This article details an experimental project built for learning and demonstration purposes. The implementation described is not intended as production-grade solution. Some parts of the code were generated using JetBrains’ AI Agent, Junie. Have you ever found yourself filling out the same information on web forms over and over again? Name, email, address, phone … Read more
I love participating in conferences—you get to meet so many industry and thought leaders in person, hang out with them, and build lasting bonds. That’s why I had always wanted to attend DevNexus, which isn’t far from where I live. Despite receiving an invitation, my trip kept getting delayed due to visa complications. But finally, … Read more
LLMs are taking over the world—almost literally. Every day, we hear about new models popping up, pushing the boundaries of what AI can do. While some worry about it, others welcome it with open arms. The truth is that AI will inevitably take over certain tasks, much like cars replaced by horse-drawn carriages. But that … Read more
LLM chat models have become an integral part of many applications today. We are all experimenting and exploring the best ways to utilize them effectively. For Java developers, LangChain4j has been an incredible tool in this journey. By design, most available APIs, such as ChatGPT and Gemini, operate in a fire-and-forget mode. They don’t retain … Read more
Welcome back to the second installment of our in-depth conversation with Jakob Jenkov, a leading figure in the world of Java. If you joined us for Part I, you’ll recall the insightful discussions around the evolving landscape of Java and its continuous improvements. Today, we delve even deeper into the subject. Jakob will share his … Read more
Welcome to the first part of our deep dive with Jakob Jenkov, a seasoned software developer and AWS solution architect, whose love for coding began with a Commodore 128 in the late ’80s. Over the past decades, Jenkov has navigated the world of programming, with a particular emphasis on Java, making significant contributions to the … Read more
I often hear from young developers with lots of questions about their future in computer science. This article will tackle some of the most common ones I’ve received recently. Let’s dive in and uncover some answers that could help shape your tech career. Q: As a computer science student passionate about Java, I’m confused about … Read more