Virtual Threads (Project Loom)

Imagine a world where your Java applications can handle thousands or even millions of concurrent tasks without the overhead and complexity of traditional threading models.

This is the promise of Virtual Threads, part of Project Loom. They aim to simplify the way we write concurrent applications by allowing developers to create lightweight threads that can scale with ease.

In this chapter, we'll dive deep into virtual threads, exploring their core concepts, practical applications, and some nuances that might trip you up.