Can Caching of Sling Models Really Boost Performance?

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Can Caching of Sling Models Optimize Performance?

Dear AEM Community,

I'd like to share my recently published article exploring an important optimization technique for AEM development: caching in Sling Models.

Article Overview
I examine how properly implemented caching can significantly improve AEM applications' response times and resource efficiency. The article covers:

- A developer-friendly explanation of how cacheable Sling Models work
- Concrete performance benefits with real-world implications
- Critical pitfalls to avoid, including heap space exhaustion and memory retention issues
- Best practices for implementation with code examples
- Practical recommendations for monitoring and optimizing performance

Key Insights
The article provides guidance on when to use the cache=true annotation parameter, how to manage references carefully to prevent memory leaks, and techniques to measure the performance impact of your caching strategy.

I've included code samples demonstrating both problematic implementations and recommended approaches, particularly focusing on proper cleanup in @PostConstruct methods to prevent reference cycles.

Who Should Read This
This resource would be valuable for:
- AEM developers looking to optimize component performance
- Technical architects making design decisions
- Team leads evaluating performance optimization strategies

Full Article

Read the full article on https://medium.com/@giuseppebaglio/can-caching-of-sling-models-optimize-performance-545c56b8d35b to find out more.

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