Limitations with Java Hotswap

Question

The java hotswap feature save a lot of time for me. However, it has many limitations (like schema change is not supported). Any idea if the limitation is going to be addressed any sooner? According to this forum entry, it seems to be ignored.

I know that products like JRebel helps. But does anyone know about any open source tools for this?

Giselegisella

Answer 1

You can check out Dynamic Code Evolution VM (also at http://java.net/projects/dcevm)

Spurtle

Answer 2

JavaRebel is a good tool, but it need you purchase.

I'd like advice to you use hotswaping ant tool:

http://www.asjava.com/core-java/how-to-hotswap-java-code-into-jvm-redefinition-example/

Kirkkirkcaldy

Answer 3

OSGI is supposed to have come some way on this problem. You may want to have a look at apache felix

Kimberly

Answer 4

You can also check out Eclipse Equinox.

Sickert