February 24-26, 2027
Montreal, Canada
Keeping the Java Platform Secure
Java is dominant in enterprises because of its trust, predictability, and security. This session overviews the latest Java security advancements and their impact on developers. It covers Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) readiness, transitioning Java to have more frequent security updates, and Java's alignment with industry standards, including FIPS 140-3 compliance.
Donald Smith
Oracle Canada ULC
Donald Smith leads the Java Platform Group at Oracle and has been in the Java ecosystem since the beginning. He helped grow the Eclipse Foundation during its foundational years and is still an advisor. He brings global enterprise software experience, ranging from startups through Fortune 500 companies. Donald has decades of experience speaking about Java, AI, security, open source, community development, business models, and software development politics at conferences and events worldwide.
