Backports
Explore how to implement select Java 8 features such as lambdas, optional types, and the new date/time API using backports. Learn which libraries like Retrolambda and ThreeTen help bring these updates into previous Java versions while understanding the need for cautious use.
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Features with backports
If we cannot immediately upgrade to Java 8, there are some ways to backport some Java 8 features to previous versions.
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