jetty
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Description:
Java servlet engine and webserver
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 9.4.57.v20241219@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @eclipse_jetty  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: java servlet webserver jetty http-server websocket
Install: brew install jetty
About:
Jetty is a Java-based HTTP server and servlet container providing a flexible, scalable foundation for web applications. It implements the Jakarta Servlet, Jakarta Server Pages, and WebSocket APIs, enabling dynamic content generation and real-time communication. Its lightweight architecture allows it to function as a standalone server or be embedded directly into Java applications for microservices.
Key Features:
  • Asynchronous processing for high-concurrency performance
  • Full support for Jakarta Servlet, JSP, and WebSocket specifications
  • Embeddable architecture for microservices and custom applications
  • Flexible configuration via XML, code, or annotations
Use Cases:
  • Hosting dynamic Java web applications and REST APIs
  • Embedding a web server within a Java application for microservices
  • Developing real-time applications using WebSockets
Alternatives:
  • Apache Tomcat – Tomcat is a pure servlet container, while Jetty offers a more versatile HTTP server with broader protocol support.
  • Netty – Netty is a low-level networking framework requiring more boilerplate, whereas Jetty provides a higher-level container experience.
Version History
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Oct 8, 2025 5:59pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 5ee83c6f
Oct 8, 2025 5:11pm 0 VERSION_BUMP e394b7f4
Jan 9, 2025 7:58pm 9.4.57.v20241219 0 VERSION_BUMP 469101ad
Sep 14, 2024 9:49am 9.4.56.v20240826 0 VERSION_BUMP 0ad457cc