Explore the intricacies of JVM Bridge Methods in this 44-minute Java talk presented by Dan Heidinga. Delve into the history and purpose of bridge methods, understanding their origins and applications in modern Java programming. Learn about their relationship with erasure, lambda expressions, collection classes, and language-level rules. Examine implementation examples, including Invoke Dynamic, Invoke Interface, and Invoke Virtual. Compare class and interface approaches, and gain insights into separate compilation. Enhance your understanding of Java's inner workings and improve your ability to write efficient, compatible code.