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Java Is Still the King 👑 of Microservices — And Here’s the Proof
Is Java still relevant for building modern microservices? The short answer? Yes. Not just relevant — Java is still the king of microservices.
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In a world where new languages and frameworks pop up every year, one might assume Java is losing ground. But the truth is quite the opposite — Java continues to dominate microservices architecture, and for good reasons.
While languages like Go, Node.js, and Kotlin have gained popularity, Java still powers the backbone of scalable, distributed systems across industries. Let’s break down why Java remains the top choice for microservices with solid proof to back it up.
1. Java + Spring Boot = A Perfect Match for Microservices
The most obvious proof lies in Spring Boot, which has become the de facto standard for building microservices in Java.
Why Spring Boot works so well:
- Built-in support for RESTful APIs
- Embedded servers…
