all other Java versions – non-LTS releases. Java 19 – non-LTS release, the latest version released in September 2022. Java 17 – LTS release, the latest LTS release until September 2023. Java 8 – LTS release (Long Term Support), last LTS release before JPMS (modules) were introduced in Java 9. But I’ll at least summarize all the Java versions since Java 8 and for your convenience: This article isn’t about choosing the right Java version for you to use. Note that I didn’t include all the new features and API additions, only those that are useful for a wide range of developers, to keep the list brief. New tools and features in OpenJDK – additions outside of the language, such as command line tools or JVM improvements. New Java language features in preview/incubation – additions to the Java language or APIs which aren’t in their final state yet. New Java language features – additions to the Java language or APIs. 
Therefore I’ve compiled a table with all new features added since Java 8 for each new Java version and I keep it updated for every newer Java version. Then it’s useful to know which new features were added since the version you use now, or between the versions that you use now and the one you want to start using next. However, if you’re in a similar situation as me, you’re not using one of the latest Java versions but a version several releases older.
Most of the information on the internet describes changes between the last 2 Java versions. Since version 9, Java has new features every 6 months and it’s very hard to keep track of these new changes.
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