In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, hosts Laura and David explore the world of Java for serverless functions with special guest Otávio Santana. Otávio, a seasoned Java developer and Kubernetes expert, shares his insights into the modernization of Java, its ecosystem, and its place in the cloud native landscape. We discuss Java's evolution, the misconceptions surrounding it, and why it remains a powerful tool for developers today.\n\n00:00 Introduction to Java for Serverless Functions\n00:07 Meet Otavio Santana: Java Champion and Kubernetes Expert\n04:28 Java's Evolution and Modernization\n06:12 Java in the Cloud Native Landscape\n16:56 Java Ecosystem and Frameworks\n18:37 Java's Flexibility and Community Support\n28:14 Java in Kubernetes and Future Prospects\n29:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts