How To Upgrade To Java 17 Without Production Risks
Upgrading to Java 17 is essential for tech products seeking improved performance, compatibility with modern tools, and enhanced security. But for high growth tech teams, migrating backend applications from older Java versions can feel risky — any misstep might disrupt production services and impact user experience.
How can you upgrade seamlessly while keeping your services stable and your pipelines running without unexpected failures? Keep reading to know.
Steps to Upgrade to Java 17 Confidently
Upgrading from Java 11 to Java 17 requires structured planning, rigorous testing, and careful integration. Here’s how to do it effectively:
1. Update Your Codebase
- Refactor backend application code to ensure compatibility with Java 17.
- Push updated code to your main branch.
- Test thoroughly in a dedicated lab environment to validate functionality before deploying to production.
2. Update Docker Images
- Modify your Dockerfile to install Java 17 by updating the base image to JDK 17.
- Rebuild Docker images and push them to your container registry for deployment readiness.
3. Update Jenkins AMI and Reboot Servers
- Create a new Amazon Machine Image (AMI) with Java 17 installed.
- Update your Auto Scaling Group (ASG) launch template to use the new AMI.
- Reboot Jenkins servers to apply the updated configurations and validate changes in the lab environment.
4. Update Jenkins Build Processes
- Update Jenkins build jobs to pull Java 17-compatible Docker images from your registry.
- Revise build scripts to align with Java 17, ensuring a seamless CI/CD pipeline upgrade.
Why Choose IAMOPS for Java Version Upgrades
Upgrading to a major Java version like Java 17 requires more than just changing the runtime. It demands structured testing, proper environment isolation, and automation to prevent production risks. IAMOPS delivers this by designing controlled lab environments and automating the testing, validation, and deployment pipeline.
As one of the best DevOps services company, we ensure version upgrades are handled with precision and zero disruption, empowering your product team to move fast without compromising stability.
