How has lambda expressions changed in recent Java versions?

Lambda expressions, introduced in Java 8, have evolved in recent Java versions with enhancements that improve their usability and performance. Changes such as the introduction of the 'var' keyword for type inference, the addition of 'method references' for more concise syntax, and improvements in functional interfaces have made lambda expressions even more powerful and flexible in modern Java programming.

For example, you can now use lambda expressions with collections and streams more efficiently, using method references to further reduce boilerplate code.

// Example of using lambda expressions with lists List names = Arrays.asList("John", "Jane", "Jack"); names.forEach(name -> System.out.println(name)); // Using method reference names.forEach(System.out::println);

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