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This repo is an unmodified mirror of source code obtained from OpenJDK. It has been and may still be used to create builds that are untested and incompatible with the Java SE specification. You should not deploy or write to this code, but instead use the tested and certified Java SE compatible version that is available at https://adoptium.net.

Java ◇ developer-tools GPL-2.0
★241STARS
⑂31FORKS
!0ISSUES
🏆#4,860GLOBAL RANK
🔥5DAYS TRENDING
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jdk gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 241. It is about 5 years old and has averaged roughly 48 stars a year. It ranks #391 among Java repositories and #4,860 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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jdk has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #1901. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

jdk is an open-source project written in Java: This repo is an unmodified mirror of source code obtained from OpenJDK. It has been and may still be used to create builds that are untested and incompatible with the Java SE specification. You should not deploy or write to this code, but instead use the tested and certified Java SE compatible version that is available at https://adoptium.net.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Java. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in Java for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

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Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/adoptium/jdk.git
cd jdk

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

JDK 17 or higher (OpenJDK / GraalVM)

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

jdk coordinates its core functionality through a modular Java pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed jdk into Java backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open GPL-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install jdk using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/adoptium/jdk.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for jdk.

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Import jdk into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `jdk --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 238 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the GPL-2.0 license.
Built in Java for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with Java and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with Java, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does jdk do? +

This repo is an unmodified mirror of source code obtained from OpenJDK. It has been and may still be used to create builds that are untested and incompatible with the Java SE specification. You should not deploy or write to this code, but instead use the tested and certified Java SE compatible version that is available at https://adoptium.net.

What language is jdk written in? +

The primary language is Java. Topics include: software.

Is jdk actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 28, 2026 with 0 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does jdk have? +

jdk has 241 stars and 31 forks on GitHub.

How does jdk rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 241 stars, adoptium/jdk is ranked #4,860 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #391 among Java projects.

What license is jdk distributed under? +

The repository reports a GPL-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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