+ Overview of numerics on the Java Platform: past, present, and possible futures
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+ Joseph D. Darcy, Oracle
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+ The realm of IEEE 754 floating-point support within Java
+ Standard Edition boasts a robust and storied 25-year journey.
+ Commencing with the early adoption of the Intel x87 floating-point
+ co-processor, Java's trajectory has evolved significantly,
+ embracing an array of numeric formats, and looking forward toward
+ those integral to contemporary machine learning. Those who haven't
+ explored Java's numeric capabilities in recent years may find
+ themselves pleasantly surprised by the evolving landscape and
+ the pertinent details that have undergone transformation.
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