Versioning in the Java Module System (Part 1)
Versioning in the Java Module System (Part 1)
In order for concrete module systems to interoperate, the abstract Java Module System defines a standard versioning scheme. Our aim as spec leads is not cause division or confusion with this scheme, but to support popular versioning practices while recognizing that versioning is new to most Java programmers. The JSR 277 Expert Group made a thorough examination of practices some time ago, and we also bring Sun’s practices to the table.
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