JShell: An Interactive Shell for the Java Platform by Robert Field

Read-eval-print loops (REPLs) have emerged as powerful tools for learning and prototyping. JShell brings this power to the Java platform for JDK 9. Tightly integrated with the Java compiler and virtual machine, JShell enhances the programming experience for the Java language. Attend this session to learn how to use JShell to explore new APIs, prototype code, or learn the Java language. Interactively explore new features of JDK 9.