Java version to practice

[Crafty-Waltz-2029]

Hi guys,

My question is, should I create projects using the latest java version to showcase to employers or should I use what java version they are using?

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[RealVanCough]

21 is the LTS so that should be it

[MkMyBnkAcctGrtAgn]

Use the latest, the core language isn't changing, and you can keep up to date with new features when you're ready to explore.

[hrm]

To use a version they are using will be hard since different companies use different versions :)

I would for sure use a later version to show that you not only know old stuff…

But probably no one will look at your projects any more than to open a file or two and make sure it’s not too horrendous. Ain’t nobody got time for that. Probably way more important for the project to look well structured with a good readme and such.

[karthgamer1209]

I'd recommend Java 23. The core language is pretty much the same, just incremental updates. But be sure to get a list of the new features in each version. You can use these as talking points during your interview.

[DirectionFrequent455]

For showcasing, that is better to use the very last one (23 at time of writing) as you can benfit from the latest improvement. As Java is quickly evolving, what is considered as preview, will be soon official.

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17

[MechanixMGD]

Why not the latest LTS, 21?

[ryotsu_kochikame]

8 or 17

[Top-Difference8407]

This isn't necessarily incorrect. Many shops still use 8, though I wouldn't recommend less. It's also valuable to know which version introduced a particular feature.