We are excited to announce our participation at the Kansas City Developer Conference (KCDC) 2025 from August 14-15, 2025. This year, Richard Fichtner, XDEV CEO, will be returning to Kansas City, Missouri, to deliver two valuable talks, sharing his extensive expertise in Java development and Maven productivity.
The Kansas City Developer Conference (KCDC) is a highly anticipated event for developers, bringing together professionals from various fields to network, learn, and discuss the latest trends and challenges in software development. With over 1,000 attendees and a diverse range of topics, KCDC is the perfect place for developers to sharpen their skills and connect with others in the industry.
Richard Fichtner's Sessions at KCDC 2025
“15 Productivity Tips to Accelerate Your Apache Maven Builds”
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Join Richard Fichtner and his co-speaker Brian Demers (Java Champion & Gradle Developer Advocate) in this session as they share 15 productivity tips for optimizing Apache Maven builds. While Maven is an essential tool for many developers, slow builds can become a major roadblock. This talk will explore practical techniques for improving dependency management, reducing version conflicts, and enhancing your testing process to streamline Maven builds. Richard and Brian will also dive into hidden performance improvements within Maven, showing you how to fine-tune your build for maximum efficiency. Whether you're dealing with slow builds or trying to improve your current processes, this session will provide actionable advice to boost your Maven productivity and get faster feedback loops.
"Java Modernization: Breathe New Life Into Your Codebase Without Breaking the Bank"
Friday, August 15, 2025
In this session, Richard Fichtner will guide you through pragmatic approaches to modernizing Java applications without the need for costly overhauls. With Java's legacy stretching back decades, maintaining and modernizing your codebase can be a challenge. Richard will cover strategies like upgrading Java versions using OpenRewrite to reduce technical debt and adopting the latest features with automated refactoring. Additionally, he'll demonstrate how to transition from Swing to Vaadin, preserving your core business logic while moving from legacy desktop apps to modern web frontends. He’ll also discuss the human factor—how to engage your current team in modernization efforts, avoid retraining, and make your project more attractive to new talent. This session is perfect for developers who want to bring their Java applications into the future without starting from scratch.
Get Ready for KCDC 2025
KCDC 2025 promises to be another fantastic year filled with learning, networking, and real-world insights. If you're attending, don't miss the chance to hear Richard's sessions and learn practical strategies to improve your Maven builds and modernize your Java applications.
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