Fail at Parse Time: Using XSD Validation as a Data Contract in Java Services
Treat your XML Schema as an executable data contract: enforce it at the parser boundary in Java, avoid the namespace traps, and know where XSD 1.0 falls short.
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Generate Java Unit Tests with Codeac on GitHub Actions: A Quick Guide
Discover how to auto-generate unit tests for Java projects using Codeac’s GitHub Actions integration, cut manual effort, and improve coverage—step‑by‑step with real examples.
Adopting Gradle Build Cache in a Multi‑Module Java Project: Architecture Note
Implement Gradle’s build cache for a multi‑module Java build with minimal design. Understand requirements, trust boundaries, operational checks, failure modes, and when to redesign.
gradleUsing Norg’s Built‑In Circuit Breaker to Stabilize Flaky HTTP Calls
Learn how Norg’s built‑in circuit breaker can stop flaky HTTP calls from cascading into system‑wide failures, with a concrete Java example, trade‑offs, and verification steps.
norgCreating a Custom Rule in Codeac to Ban Raw Types in Java
Learn how to forbid raw types in Java by writing a custom Codeac rule in YAML, running the analysis, and verifying the violation appears in the report.
Counting Semaphores: Throttle Threads, Avoid Deadlocks, and Tune Fairness
When multiple threads race for a limited resource, a counting semaphore can enforce a safe cap. This post walks through a producer‑consumer example, shows how to configure fairness, and highlights pitfalls like permit leaks.
Diagnosing Dropwizard Health‑Check Failures: A Practical Guide
Dropwizard health‑check failures often surface as 500/503 responses on /health. This guide walks through common causes, a step‑by‑step diagnostic checklist, concrete fixes, and when to seek escalation.
dropwizardHibernate Pagination Architecture: Avoiding Memory Exhaustion and Ensuring DB Performance
Learn how to implement safe, database‑level pagination with Hibernate, validate inputs at the gateway, monitor SQL and heap usage, and know when to switch to keyset pagination.
hibernateUsing Java Records for Immutable Data Transfer Objects
Learn how Java records reduce boilerplate for immutable DTOs, see a validation example, and understand where records are not suitable.