Java Annotated Monthly – April 2026 | The IntelliJ IDEA Blog
Blog post from JetBrains
In the April 2026 edition of Java Annotated Monthly, the spotlight is on the release of Java 26, with contributions from Java Champion Marit van Dijk. This edition provides a comprehensive overview of the new features and updates in Java 26, as well as insights from the JavaOne conference, including discussions about 25 years of IntelliJ IDEA and the introduction of JetBrains' Koog AI agent to Java. The newsletter also covers developments in Kotlin, AI advancements, Spring updates, and highlights from various tech conferences, offering readers an extensive roundup of industry trends and community engagements. Additionally, it explores broader topics such as mindful leadership in the AI era, cultural alignment in tech hiring, and the environmental impact of AI, encouraging readers to reflect on the evolving landscape of software development.