Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore strategies for reducing cold start times in Java serverless applications on AWS in this conference talk by Vadym Kazulkin. Learn about the challenges faced by Java developers in serverless environments and discover best practices for improving application performance. Dive into AWS SnapStart, based on FirecrackerVM snapshots and the CRaC project, and understand its benefits, limitations, and deployment considerations. Examine the potential of GraalVM Native Image for optimizing Java applications. Gain insights into practical recommendations for enhancing Java serverless development on AWS, including tips for working with DynamoDB and AWS Lambda. Conclude with a cautionary note on balancing performance optimization with other crucial factors in software engineering.