Quarkus Native
Quarkus Native is a feature of the Quarkus Java framework that enables the compilation of Java applications into native executables using GraalVM. This process ahead-of-time (AOT) compiles the application, including its dependencies and the Java runtime, into a standalone binary that starts almost instantly and uses minimal memory. It is designed for cloud-native and serverless environments where fast startup and low resource consumption are critical.
Developers should use Quarkus Native when building microservices, serverless functions, or containerized applications that require rapid scaling and efficient resource usage, such as in Kubernetes or AWS Lambda. It is ideal for scenarios where traditional Java applications have slow startup times or high memory overhead, as it reduces cold starts and improves performance in resource-constrained environments. This makes it particularly valuable for modern cloud deployments and edge computing.