Starburst Enterprise Support Updates: Java 21

Starburst Enterprise Platform (SEP) is transitioning to Java 21, aligning with Trino's upgrade strategy to leverage the improvements offered by the latest Java long-term support version. By the February 2024 LTS release, SEP will support both Java 17 and Java 21, allowing users flexibility during the transition. However, by the May/June 2024 LTS release, Java 21 will become mandatory for SEP, following extensive testing and validation to ensure robust support across various deployment mechanisms such as CFT/AMI, Kubernetes, and Docker Images. The upgrade to Java 21 aims to enhance performance and code optimization in Trino, particularly through Project Hummingbird, and SEP encourages users to test Java 21 with existing deployment methods like Starburst Admin and RPM to ensure a smooth transition. For any concerns, users are advised to contact their Technical Account Manager.