Learn about accelerating cloud-native Java development through a conference talk from EclipseCon 2022 delivered by Red Hat's Martin Štefanko. Explore how Quarkus enhances MicroProfile's established standards for cloud-native Java applications by delivering rapid releases and new features every few weeks. Discover how this increased development speed helps compete with non-JVM languages like Node and Go in cloud-native environments. Examine the role of SmallRye projects in implementing MicroProfile specifications and how user-driven feature proposals in Quarkus can influence future MicroProfile additions. Gain insights into specific SmallRye and Quarkus features that extend beyond current MicroProfile specifications and may shape its future evolution.