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Temporal Java SDK

Java ◇ durable-execution Apache-2.0
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⑂257FORKS
!282ISSUES
🏆#6,157GLOBAL RANK
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sdk-java gained 11 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 433. It is about 7 years old and has averaged roughly 62 stars a year. It ranks #499 among Java repositories and #6,157 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

sdk-java is an open-source project written in Java: Temporal Java SDK.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in durable-execution, framework, 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

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$ git clone https://github.com/temporalio/sdk-java.git
cd sdk-java

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

JDK 17 or higher (OpenJDK / GraalVM)

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

sdk-java 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

Command-Line Automation

Execute automated build, deployment, and maintenance tasks directly from the terminal.

CI/CD Workflow Integration

Run non-interactive validation checks in GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or local pre-commit hooks.

Developer Environment Setup

Standardize local engineering workstations with single-binary utility commands.

Scripting & Pipeline Orchestration

Chain complex multi-stage scripts with reliable error reporting and exits.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install sdk-java using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/temporalio/sdk-java.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for sdk-java.

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Import sdk-java into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 433 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-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

temporalio/sdk-java is currently ranked #6,157 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does sdk-java do? +

Temporal Java SDK

What language is sdk-java written in? +

The primary language is Java. Topics include: durable-execution, framework, java, java-sdk, microservices.

Is sdk-java actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 2, 2026 with 282 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does sdk-java have? +

sdk-java has 433 stars and 257 forks on GitHub.

How does sdk-java rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 433 stars, temporalio/sdk-java is ranked #6,157 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #499 among Java projects.

What license is sdk-java distributed under? +

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

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