The wait is over, Spring developers! SpringOne at Explore is almost here, and this year’s lineup is well worth the trip. Whether you’re a seasoned Spring veteran or just starting your journey with the framework that powers millions of enterprise applications worldwide, this is the event that will supercharge your skills and connect you with the innovations shaping Java’s future.
What’s got us so excited?
Spring Framework 7 and Spring Boot 4 revealed
Get ready for a glimpse into the future. The SpringOne Spotlight session promises to unveil what’s coming in the next major releases. We’re talking Spring Framework 7 and Spring Boot 4 (arriving November 2025) with game-changing features:
- HTTP interface clients that transform Java interfaces into full-fledged HTTP clients
- API versioning capabilities that tackle backward compatibility like never before
- Performance optimizations that’ll make your applications fly
The AI revolution meets Spring
The future is intelligent, and Spring is leading the charge. Multiple sessions dive deep into Spring AI:
- “Bootiful Spring AI” – Your journey to enterprise AI awesomeness starts here
- Model Context Protocol (MCP) – Learn about integration for standardized AI connections
- Real-world demos – See how to build agentic systems and intelligent applications
“Have you heard about AI once in the last three years? Then come to this talk, because you are doing it wrong!” Josh Long, Spring Developer Advocate, knows how to grab your attention, and he’s not wrong!
Performance that’ll blow your mind
Runtime efficiency isn’t just a nice-to-have anymore; it’s essential. Learn cutting-edge techniques for optimizing Spring Boot applications with:
- Class Data Sharing (CDS) and its successor, JVM AOT cache
- Project Leyden developments
- Comparisons with GraalVM and CRaC
- How VMware Tanzu Platform brings it all together
Sessions that’ll transform how you code
Security that actually makes sense
Security doesn’t have to be the nightmare you think it is. Join Rob Winch and Josh Long for “Secure All the Things with Spring Security,” where you’ll get more working code than you can shake a stick at. Plus, discover step-up authorization, the real-time trust system that’s everywhere once you know to look for it.
Data access reimagined
Spring Data 4 is coming with Jakarta EE 11 baseline upgrades, AOT repositories, vector store support, and a major Spring Data JPA revision. This update is a complete rethinking of data access for 2025 and beyond.
Beyond REST: The API evolution
While everyone’s still arguing about REST vs. GraphQL, Spring is enabling you to craft modern APIs. Beyond REST: Crafting a Modern GraphQL API Live, with Dan Vega, will have live coding demos, schema-first design, and production-ready patterns that solve real problems.
Why your future self will thank you
This conference will be your competitive advantage for 2025. Here’s what you’re really getting.
🎯 Direct access to the minds behind Spring – Meet the experts during sessions with the actual Spring team members. Ask those burning questions, discuss enhancements, and get insights you literally can’t find anywhere else.
💡 Real-world customer stories – Learn from organizations like Fiserv, Alight Solutions, and KLM, which are actually doing this work in production. No theoretical fluff—just battle-tested strategies.
🛠️ Hands-on learning – From tutorials that take you “from zero to hero” to breakout sessions with live coding demos, you’ll walk away with knowledge you can implement immediately.
The sessions you can’t miss
Monday must-sees:
- SpringOne Spotlight: Defining the Future of Java Apps [SPRB2026LV] – The big reveal!
- Spring Data 4: Data Access Revisited [SPRB1972LV]
- Customer Panel: Keeping Spring Apps Current in a Changing Landscape [SPRP2017LV] – Real strategies from real companies
Tuesday breakthroughs:
- Bootiful Spring AI [SPRB1964LV] – The AI session everyone’s talking about
- Spring Into MCP [SPRB1965LV] – Standardized AI integration
- Beyond REST: Crafting a Modern GraphQL API Live [SPRQT1982LV]
Wednesday game changers:
- Start Your Journey to Production Here [SPRT1976LV] – The complete Spring tutorial; go from zero to hero in one session!
- The Playbook for Building Resilient Applications with Spring Cloud [SPRT1977LV]
- Stepping Up Authorization in Spring Security [SPRT1978LV] – A step-up authorization deep dive
Unlock your competitive advantage
Organizations are constantly striving to achieve more with fewer resources. For Spring developers, staying updated with the latest innovations isn’t just about survival; it’s about making your life easier. SpringOne is your guide to crafting the applications that will define the next generation.
The Spring ecosystem is in a continuous state of evolution. With advancements like Spring Framework 7, Spring Boot 4, seamless AI integration, significant performance enhancements, groundbreaking security features, and streamlined modernization pathways, this is your opportunity to lead the charge rather than play catch-up.
Ready to elevate your skills? Register now and secure your access to the future of Java development.
See you at SpringOne at Explore, where Spring’s future becomes your present advantage!
