Planning a new Java project in 2025? Whether you're modernizing an existing Java application or starting fresh with a greenfield project, the choices you make today—around architecture, tools, team structure, and cloud strategy—will define your project's long-term success.
Key Considerations for New Java Projects in 2025 is a 123-page report based on insights from a global survey of Java developers and tech leaders. It goes beyond surface-level trends to explore how real teams are approaching new Java projects in today’s complex landscape. From modernization strategies and team structure to cloud-native adoption and budgeting, it reveals the thinking behind key decisions—not just the outcomes.
What makes this report different
Most reports focus on trends. The Key Considerations for Your New Java Project report dives deeper into the real challenges Java teams face when starting new projects.
Instead of just tracking frameworks and tools, we explore the “why”:
- Why do teams favor incremental modernization?
- Why are full-stack roles growing in Java teams?
- Why do the most effective budgeting strategies prioritize developer productivity, maintainability, and long-term ROI?
The intent of this report is to support better decision-making for anyone starting a new Java project or modernization project in 2025.
What’s inside: Insights for your next Java project
This report brings together expert perspectives, survey data, and real-world experiences to help you plan your next Java project with confidence. Topics include:
- Java’s role in modern business-critical applications
- Cloud-native vs. on-prem strategies for new projects
- Common challenges when starting new Java applications
- Why full-stack Java teams are becoming the norm
- Budgeting, team structure, and tooling trade-offs
A word about our survey
This report is based on our global survey of 1,000+ technology leaders and practitioners across organizations of all sizes and industries. The survey was conducted in February 2025 and remains open.
Respondents were Java users sourced from public social media channels and Vaadin’s database, and not limited to Vaadin users. Since not all respondents answered every question, each chart includes the number of responses received. As new milestones are reached, we’ll release updated editions to reflect emerging trends.
Ready to start smart?
Whether you're modernizing legacy systems or launching something new, 2025 is the time to rethink how you approach your next Java project. This report doesn’t just highlight where the industry is heading—it shares the strategies and insights real teams are using to move faster, build better, and make every investment count.
From stack selection to team structure, the choices you make early on can shape your project's success for years to come. If you want to build with confidence, start with clarity.
Grab your free copy and share it with your team to align your 2025 roadmap.