The Stream API and stream gatherers Java streams model dynamic collections of elements. As the spec says, “A stream is a lazily computed, potentially unbounded sequence of values.” ...

A total of 24 JEPs in JDK 24 extend stream processing, introduce quantum-resistant algorithms and provide an API for accessing class files.

Java 24 adds several new features to the language, such as the availability of the Stream Gatherers API and Class-File API, ...

Remove duplicates with Java’s Stream API The fastest and most efficient way to remove items from a List in Java is to use the distinct method of the Stream API.

Virtual threads in Java currently lack integration with the stream API, particularly for parallel streams. Here's how a JDK 22 preview feature addresses the problem.