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# A flexible and extensible Java-like language for the JVM

Apache Groovy™ is a multi-faceted language for the JVM. It aims to provide a **Java-like feel and syntax**, but with **added productivity** features. It supports OO and functional paradigms, and offers both static and dynamic natures for strong yet flexible typing. It also supports the creation of powerful scripts and elegant Domain-Specific Languages. It offers bidirectional interoperability with Java classes and libraries, and supports language extensions through in-language macros, AST transformations and meta-programming.

# Flat learning curve

Concise, readable and expressive syntax, easy to learn for Java developers, flexible typing makes it more friendly for Python programmers or data scientists

# Smooth Java integration

Seamlessly and transparently integrates and interoperates with Java and any third-party libraries

# Vibrant and rich ecosystem

Web development, reactive applications, concurrency / asynchronous / parallelism library, test frameworks, build tools, code analysis, GUI building

# Powerful features

Closures, builders, traits, runtime & compile-time meta-programming, functional programming, type inference, and static compilation

# Domain-Specific Languages

Flexible & malleable syntax, advanced integration & customization mechanisms, to integrate readable business rules in your applications

# Scripting and testing glue

Great for writing concise and maintainable tests, and for all your build and automation tasks

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# **Apache Groovy events you shouldn't miss!**

# **ChurConf 2025**
*Parnell Conference Centre, Auckland*
November 2, 2025

A Java community conference bringing together companies and enthusiasts focussing on Java development.

For more events see the **Events** page

# **They all use Apache Groovy!**

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