This release features the support for persistent Java compiler daemons to speed up Java compilation. Gradle will also use less memory for dependency resolution. The effect is significant, particularly for large builds such as Android builds.

Gradle now supports running on Java 20.

For Kotlin DSL, build authors can try out the Kotlin K2 compiler for build logic with some limitations. See the Kotlin DSL dedicated section for more information.

This release also brings several usability improvements, including better CodeNarc output, a dry run mode for test execution, improved output for task options, and upgraded SSL support.