Understanding the JSR Process

There are several stages to transforming an initial JSR to a final specification, and each involves different entities concerned with the JCP. However, the process consists of three main stages, which are shown by Figure B.1.

Figure B.1. The JCP process.

As you can see, the process consists of three main sections. The first, Initiation, is where a JCP member submits a JSR. This JSR is open for review by JCP members and the public. Once reviewed, the Executive Committee decides whether to approve the request. If the request is approved, the process moves into the Community Draft stage.

This stage is where the Expert ...

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