openliberty-webprofile9
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Description:
Lightweight open framework for Java (Jakarta EE Web Profile 9)
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @OpenLiberty  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: java jakarta-ee web-profile microservices runtime server
Install: brew install openliberty-webprofile9
About:
Open Liberty is an open-source Java runtime for building and running cloud-native microservices. This formula provides the Web Profile 9 distribution, which includes a curated subset of Jakarta EE 9 APIs optimized for lightweight web applications. It enables developers to rapidly develop, test, and deploy modern Java applications with fast startup times and low memory footprint.
Key Features:
  • Jakarta EE Web Profile 9 compliant runtime
  • Fast startup times and low memory footprint
  • Developer-friendly tools for live coding and testing
  • Supports MicroProfile APIs for microservices development
Use Cases:
  • Developing and running lightweight Jakarta EE web applications
  • Building and testing cloud-native microservices
  • Creating modern Java applications with fast development cycles
Alternatives:
  • tomcat – Servlet container only, lacks full Jakarta EE Web Profile features
  • payara – Full Jakarta EE server, heavier footprint than Open Liberty Web Profile
  • jetty – Lightweight servlet container, more minimal than Web Profile 9
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