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
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
I’m excited to share that the Eclipse Foundation interviewed me about my role as a committer for the Eclipse Starter for Jakarta EE project. We discussed my journey in open source, the challenges and rewards of being a committer, and the importance of contributing to open source projects. The conversation touched upon my initial attraction … Read more
Jakarta EE is a dominant force behind all enterprise development in Java. Check out my favorite top 7 features, what are yours?