The Apache Software Foundation announced the release of Apache Geode 2.0, a significant modernization of its distributed in-memory data management platform. This release upgrades the runtime to Java 17 and transitions the project to Jakarta EE 10 and Gradle 7. Geode 2.0 aims to restore security support and ensure long-term sustainability for enterprise deployments.
Java 17 & Jakarta EE 10 Modernize Geode 2.0 Platform
Geode 2.0 incorporates Java 17 as its runtime environment and transitions to Jakarta EE 10, representing a substantial modernization of the platform. This shift ensures compatibility with contemporary application servers and frameworks while also guaranteeing long-term security updates and continued support for the in-memory data management system. Gradle 7 has also been implemented as the new build system, further aligning Geode with current development practices. The upgrade to Spring Framework 6, along with Spring Security 6 and Spring Shell 3, demonstrates a commitment to leveraging the latest enterprise Java technologies.
Additionally, Geode 2.0 features updated integrations with key Apache projects like HttpComponents 5 and Lucene 9, as well as Eclipse Jetty 12 and Apache Tomcat 10+, improving overall system interoperability and performance.
Spring 6, Lucene 9 & Updated Framework Integrations
Alongside these Spring updates, the release features updated integrations with other key technologies like Apache Lucene 9 and Eclipse Jetty 12, modernizing the data management platform’s ecosystem. These integrations ensure Geode 2.0 aligns with current enterprise Java standards and supports modern application servers. Furthermore, the platform now leverages Apache HttpComponents 5 and Apache Tomcat 10+, providing access to the latest features and security improvements in those projects. This comprehensive update extends to the build system, now utilizing Gradle 7, which contributes to long-term support and compatibility. The combination of these framework and integration updates positions Apache Geode for continued enterprise deployments and improved management experiences.
Apache Geode 2.0 aligns the project with today’s Java enterprise ecosystem, restores ongoing security support, and positions the platform for long-term sustainability.
Jinwoo Hwang
Geode 2.0 Enhances Security & Enterprise Deployments
Geode 2.0 delivers a more secure foundation for enterprise use by addressing numerous critical, high, and medium-severity vulnerabilities. The platform’s strengthened security posture supports continued deployments within organizations needing robust data protection. This release also incorporates updated integrations like Apache HttpComponents 5, Lucene 9, and Tomcat 10+, aligning Geode with current standards. Geode 2.0 now supports current servlet containers and modern security/HTTP standards, improving management through fully modernized tooling. These updates ensure the platform remains viable and scalable for real-time, geographically distributed applications.
