Spring Office Hours

Dan Vega & DaShaun Carter
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Spring Office Hours

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter as they explore what’s new in the world of Spring. This is your chance to stay connected to what’s happening with the Spring Framework, related projects, and the community.

  1. JUL 1

    S4E18 - AI Show and Tell with Craig Walls

    Join Dan Vega for the latest updates from the Spring Ecosystem. In this special episode, Dan is joined by Spring expert and author Craig Walls for an exciting AI show and tell segment, where they demonstrate and discuss their favorite AI tools currently transforming their development workflows. Following the show and tell, Craig shares insights from his upcoming Manning book "Spring AI in Action," exploring how developers can build intelligent Java applications using Spring's powerful AI abstractions. The episode wraps up with a preview of their collaborative workshop "Practical AI Integration with Java: A Hands-On Workshop" at dev2next 2025, where they'll teach hands-on AI implementation techniques for Java developers. Whether you're looking to discover new AI tools to boost your productivity or interested in integrating AI capabilities into your Spring applications, this episode offers practical insights and real-world examples from two experts actively working in the AI space. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes Main Topics Discussed 1. Craig's Upcoming Book - "Spring AI in Action" Currently available in early access through Manning PublicationsExpected print release: Fall 2025Covers Spring AI development from basics to advanced topicsIncludes chapter on "Evaluating Generated Responses" - testing AI applications2. Dan's New Course Launch "AI for Java Developers" - Introduction to Spring AINearly 6 hours of contentCovers 12-18 months of Spring AI learningJust launched last week3. AI Development Tool Categories Discussion Standalone Chatbots: ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Anthropic ClaudeInline IDE Assistants: GitHub Copilot, JetBrains AI, Amazon CodeWhispererAgentic AI IDE Environments: Cursor, Windsurf, JuniTerminal-based Agentic CLI Tools: Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Gemini CLI4. Live Demonstrations Dan: Demonstrated Claude Code CLI tool for project planning and development workflowsCraig: Showcased Embable framework for building goal-oriented AI agents5. Testing AI Applications Deterministic vs non-deterministic testing approachesUsing evaluators for response validationFact-checking and relevance evaluation techniques6. Future of Spring AI Agent framework capabilitiesAgentic workflows vs autonomous planningIntegration with tools like EmbableLinks and Resources Books and Courses Spring AI in Action (Early Access) - Craig WallsAI for Java Developers Course - Dan Vega (link to be added to show notes)Tools Mentioned IDE Assistants:GitHub CopilotJetBrains AI AssistantAmazon CodeWhispererAgentic IDE Environments:CursorWindsurfJetBrains JunieCLI Tools:Claude CodeGemini CLIOpenAI CodexFrameworks and Libraries Spring AIEmbable - Rod Johnson's agent frameworkSpring BootSpring ShellContact Information Craig Walls: Habuma.com - Links to all social mediaDan Vega:Spring Developer Advocate at BroadcomLearn more at https://www.danvega.devUpcoming Events dev2Next Workshop: 8-hour Spring AI workshop with Dan Vega and Craig Walls (Colorado Springs)Key Takeaways "You are the pilot, not the passenger" - Stay in control when using AI development toolsStart with simpler tools like Copilot before moving to full agentic environmentsProper testing strategies are crucial for AI applicationsCode reviews and CI/CD pipelines are more important than ever with AI-generated codeThe AI development tool landscape is rapidly evolving with new categories emergingThis episode was recorded live on Monday, June 30, 2025. Watch the replay on the Spring Developer YouTube channel or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 1m

  2. JUN 24

    S4E17 - Spring AI + Google Gemini: Beyond the Demo

    Join Dan Vega with special guest Dan Dobrin, App Architect at Google, as they explore enterprise-ready Spring AI development using Google Gemini models. This episode covers the latest Spring AI features, caching strategies, unified SDK capabilities, and AI agents—moving beyond simple demos to real-world production implementations. Learn how to build fast, enterprise-grade AI applications with Spring and Google's powerful Gemini models. Show Notes: Dan Dobrin on Twitter / XDan Dobrin on LinkedInBuilding Agentic AI the Google Way: MCP + A2A + ADK for JavaGoogle Cloud and Spring AI 1.0

    58 min

  3. JUN 17

    S4E16 - Spring gRPC with Dave Syer

    Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for the latest updates from the Spring Ecosystem. In this episode, Dan and DaShaun are joined by Spring team member Dave Syer to explore the official Spring gRPC project. At the end of this episode, you will understand how Spring gRPC provides a Spring-friendly API for developing high-performance gRPC applications, including server and client autoconfiguration, Spring Boot integration, and streamlined Protocol Buffer handling. The hosts will demonstrate how to build gRPC services with Spring's familiar dependency injection patterns and discuss the benefits of gRPC's HTTP/2-based communication over traditional REST APIs. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes:  Dave Syer on GitHubDave Syer on BlueskySpring gRPC

    55 min

  4. JUN 11

    S4E15 - Exposing the Interview Process with Taylor Desseyn

    Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter as they welcome Taylor Desseyn, VP of Global Community at **torc.dev** and founder of Dads in Tech. Fresh from his presentation "Exposing the Interview Process" at Spring I/O 2025 in Barcelona, Taylor shares unfiltered insights from interviewing thousands of engineers and helping hundreds of companies scale their engineering teams. The hosts dive deep into the current job market realities, interview best practices, and how developers can navigate today's challenging hiring landscape. Learn practical strategies to stand out in your job search and discover what's really happening behind the scenes in tech hiring. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes Taylor on LinkedInTaylor on Twittertorc.devDads in TechExposing the Interview Process at Spring I/O

    58 min

  5. JUN 3

    S4E14 - Spring AI 1.0 GA Release with Mark Pollak and Christian Tzolov

    Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter as they celebrate a major milestone in the Spring ecosystem with the general availability release of Spring AI 1.0. In this episode, the hosts welcome Spring AI team members Mark Pollak and Christian Tzolov to discuss the incredible journey from conception to GA release. They'll explore the powerful features that make Spring AI the go-to framework for building AI-powered applications, dive into Model Context Protocol (MCP) capabilities, and share exciting insights about what's on the horizon for Spring AI. Whether you're new to AI development or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers valuable perspectives on integrating AI into Spring applications and the future of enterprise AI development. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes Mark Pollak X / TwitterLinkedInChristian Tzoloz X / TwitterLinkedInSpring AI Reference DocsSpring AI 1.0 GASpring AI Community

    1h 5m

  6. MAY 27

    S4E13 - Spring Boot 3.5 Release Party with Phil Webb

    Spring Boot 3.5 is here—and we're throwing a release party to celebrate! Join us for a special edition of Spring Office Hours as we welcome Phil Webb, co-creator of Spring Boot, to walk us through what’s new, what’s exciting, and what it all means for developers. From enhanced observability, configuration improvements, and new dependency upgrades, this release is packed with power. We’ll discuss key features, answer your questions live, and share the thinking behind some of the latest enhancements. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes: Spring Boot 3.5 Available NowSpring Boot 3.5 Release Notes

    52 min

  7. MAY 13

    S4E12 - Spring I/O with Sergi Almar

    Join Dan Vega as he welcomes Sergi Almar, founder and organizer of Spring I/O, one of the biggest Spring conferences in the world. In this special episode, Dan and Sergi dive into what attendees can expect at Spring I/O 2025 in Barcelona. Sergi reveals the behind-the-scenes process of how he and his team plan and run this massive developer event year after year. Learn about emerging trends in Spring AI, the community-driven spirit that makes this conference unique, and get expert advice on maximizing your experience, whether you're attending in person or following remotely. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform. Show Notes Spring I/O 2025Spring Academy Sergi on Twitter

    44 min

  8. MAY 8

    S4E11 - Spring Cloud with Ryan Baxter & Spencer Gibb

    Get ready for the latest news about Spring Cloud with our guests, Ryan Baxter and Spencer Gibb! In this episode, they'll discuss all things new and exciting in Spring Cloud 2025.0.0-RC1. Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter as they talk Spring Cloud. Service discovery, configuration management, circuit breaking, API Gateways and more. Learn how to leverage Spring Cloud to architect robust distributed systems. Whether you're just starting your microservices journey or a seasoned veteran, this episode promises valuable knowledge and practical takeaways to elevate your Spring Cloud expertise. Show Notes Spring CloudSpring Cloud 2025.0.0-RC1Spring Cloud + LocalStackSpring Cloud Environment Repository

    1 hr
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Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter as they explore what’s new in the world of Spring. This is your chance to stay connected to what’s happening with the Spring Framework, related projects, and the community.

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    Dan Vega & DaShaun Carter
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    85
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    © 2025 Dan Vega & DaShaun Carter
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