What’s New in VS Code for Java June 2024? Project Settings, Spring & Gradle Updates
The June 2024 VS Code for Java update introduces enhanced project settings with new compiler, Maven, and formatter tabs, easier access via the status bar, test coverage improvements, Gradle Build Server projects, Spring feature upgrades including @DependsOn support and Spring Boot 3.3 compatibility, and new extension packs for Java development.
June 2024 VS Code for Java Update
Welcome to the June update of Visual Studio Code for Java, featuring major enhancements to the project settings page and a suite of Spring improvements.
Project Settings Page Enhancements
Compiler Configuration
A new Compiler Configuration tab has been added, allowing you to set Java compiler options such as source and target compatibility, the --release flag for cross‑compilation, and custom class file generation.
Maven Options
A new Maven tab lets users quickly point to a Maven configuration file by clicking “Maven” and entering the file name.
Formatter Configuration
Users can now access the Formatter view directly from the project settings. If no formatter file exists, VS Code for Java will guide the user to create one.
Easier Access to Project Settings
The project settings page can now be opened directly from the Java status menu in the status bar or via the Command Palette with >Java: Open Project Settings.
Test Coverage Update
A video demonstrating how to view test coverage in VS Code for Java is now available.
Gradle Build Server Projects
Two Google Summer of Code projects are being guided by the VS Code Java team:
Gradle Build Server – Android support (developer: Tanish Ranjan)
Gradle Build Server – Development experience and language support in Buildship (developer: Sidhaarth Saraswathi Ramalingam)
The Gradle Build Server project was open‑sourced in 2023 and welcomes community contributions.
Spring Feature Updates
Install the Spring Boot Extension Pack to access new features, including:
@DependsOn support for navigation and code completion of bean dependencies.
Validation of JPQL and HQL queries in @Query annotations, with configurable severity levels.
Upgrade assistance for Spring Boot 3.3 using OpenRewrite.
Extension Packs
To use all new features, install the Extension Pack for Java from the VS Code Marketplace.
Spring developers can also install the Spring Boot Extension Pack for a dedicated Spring Boot development experience.
Feedback and Resources
Feedback is encouraged via a Chinese questionnaire, GitHub issues, or email. Additional resources include documentation and tutorials on Java in VS Code.
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