Java continues to be a powerful choice for Netflix despite not being the trendiest language, with advancements made for developing AI-infused applications.
Netflix uses Java for two sides of its tech stack - global streaming service and Netflix Studios, both emphasizing the importance of Java in data integrity and operations.
Netflix upgraded its backend Java stack to JDK 17 and beyond, resulting in significant performance improvements, including a 20% reduction in CPU time spent on garbage collection.
Netflix transitioned away from reactive programming towards synchronous code powered by virtual threads, with plans to adopt new technologies like GraphQL and Project Leyden to further enhance performance.