What we’re about
The primary focus of The Belgium Java User Group (founded in 1997 by Stephan Janssen) is to inform our members about the Java ecosystem.
We regularly organise free sessions for Java and JVM interested developers, devops and teamleads to socialize, learn and inspire.
Interested to contribute and participate in our vibrant and independent Java community here in Belgium? Reach out to the team! We are always looking for new speakers and Meetup Hosts.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Pair Programming with GitHub Copilot + Lessons learned from #JavaOnRaspberryPiVichtseweg 129, Waregem
For the June session of BeJUG we're heading back to West-Flanders! TVH in Waregem is opening the doors of its IT building for the Belgian Java community... If you are coming from the direction of Kortrijk, do not take exit Deerlijk, but drive on to exit Waregem (roadworks...). We meet in Vichtseweg 129, 8790 Waregem, and there is a big parking place at number 147 (TVH Parts | AIR - Parking).
Schedule
- 18:00: Doors + Food and Drinks
- 19:00: Intro and BeJUG updates
- 19:05: Session 1
- 20:00: Little break
- 20:10: Session 2
- 21:00: Mingling
Nick's Topic: The Future of Pair Programming with GitHub Copilot
Discover a pair-programmer who doesn't need to look up anything, repeats her statements as much as you want, and always listens to what you say. See how you can become an efficient programmer with GitHub Copilot.Why is Copilot a useful tool we don't need to be afraid of? What other options do you have, and why CoPilot? What about security? What can Copilot do for us? Nick will answer all your questions!
About Nick
Nick is an educational expert with extensive experience in training and coaching aspiring Java developers and IT specialists. Passionate about abstract thinking, mentoring others, and the Java ecosystem, Nick is known for his enthusiasm and engaging speaking style. He currently works at Colruyt as an L&D specialist for the Java teams.Frank's Topic: Lessons Learned from #JavaOnRaspberryPi, the Potential of Bits and Bytes, Cost and Eco-Efficiency
I started experimenting with Java on the Raspberry Pi a few years ago because I wanted to learn if I could control electronic components with my favorite programming language. The short answer is: of course! But during that journey, I learned a lot more, and I want to share that with you…Transmitting and storing data in XML, JSON, or (if you want to hurt people) YAML makes data human-readable, which is great for debugging and testing but is a very inefficient, heavy, and expensive way of handling data. There is a lot we can learn from projects where electronic components are involved. The protocols used in the communication with displays, sensors, and LED strips are all based on the magic ones and zeros. Let me show you that the hex value #CB contains all the info about the toilets in a train, #007D066D will wake you up at 06:15, and #3C42A581A599423C puts a smiley face on an 8x8 LED matrix.
Making better use of the power of bits and bytes can optimize the cost of our systems and enhance their eco-efficiency, a valuable lesson we can learn from these experiments. But the benefits don’t stop there! From building OpenJDK to running clusters, testing startup improvements, and even finding job opportunities, the practical applications of this knowledge are boundless and inspiring!
About Frank
Frank Delporte is a Java Champion working at azul.com, blogger on webtechie.be and foojay.io, author of "Getting started with Java on the Raspberry Pi", and contributor to pi4j.com. Frank blogs about his experiments with Java, sometimes combined with electronic components, on the Raspberry Pi.Additional note: This meetup includes food. Please keep your RSVP status up to date so we do not waste any of our food.
