Explore cutting-edge cloud-native Java development in this comprehensive 55-minute Devoxx conference talk. Dive into Spring Cloud.next and its support for modern microservices, focusing on key features in Spring Boot 2.0 and Spring Cloud Finchley. Learn about functions-as-a-service with Spring Cloud Function, functional reactive REST endpoints, and reactive programming with Spring Framework 5 for improved flow control and CPU efficiency. Discover the benefits of Kotlin integration, messaging with Apache Kafka, and the new reactive Spring Cloud Gateway. Gain insights into service registry, edge services, and Spring Security. Throughout the talk, explore practical examples, including ASCII art, and receive valuable advice on implementing these technologies in your work environment.