Add -source 14 and -target 14 and --release 14 to javac

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    • Type: CSR
    • Resolution: Approved
    • Priority: P4
    • 14
    • Component/s: tools
    • None
    • behavioral
    • minimal
    • Expected tool evolution.
    • add/remove/modify command line option
    • JDK

      Summary

      Add -source and -target and --release options to javac corresponding to JDK 14.

      Problem

      Part of starting development on a new JDK is adding .new -source and -target options to javac. These options are used in the compilation of the JDK sources.

      Solution

      An overview of the solution. Alternative solutions may be discussed; links to rationale documents or review threads welcome to provide additional background to reviewers.

      Specification

      Add support for javac -source 14 ..., and javac -target 14 ..., and javac --release 14 ....

      The new value of -source/-target is also made the default.

            Assignee:
            Joe Darcy
            Reporter:
            Joe Darcy
            Jonathan Gibbons
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