oracle-jdk@17 ☆
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Description:
JDK from Oracle
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 17.0.12@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @OracleJava  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: java jdk lts development oracle programming
Install: brew install --cask oracle-jdk@17
About:
The Oracle Java SE Development Kit (JDK) 17 is a long-term support (LTS) release providing a stable, high-performance platform for building and deploying Java applications. It includes the Java Runtime Environment (JRE), development tools like the compiler (javac) and debugger, and libraries for creating enterprise-grade software, mobile apps, and microservices.
Key Features:
  • Long-Term Support (LTS) release ensuring stability and extended updates
  • Includes advanced performance monitoring and management tools (JFR, JMC)
  • Strong encapsulation of internal APIs via the Java Platform Module System
  • Sealed classes for more precise control over class hierarchies
  • Pattern matching for enhanced code readability and conciseness
Use Cases:
  • Developing enterprise-level backend services and microservices
  • Building cross-platform desktop applications with modern UIs
  • Running large-scale, high-performance computing workloads
Alternatives:
  • openjdk – Open-source alternative with similar core functionality but lacks Oracle-specific commercial features and support.
  • azul-zulu – TCK-certified OpenJDK build offering more frequent updates and support options.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm 17.0.12 0 VERSION_BUMP 9744c5c3
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm 17.0.12 0 VERSION_BUMP 3e1ed300
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