Apache Maven Beginner to Guru - Compiling Scala with Maven

The video tutorial discusses configuring Scala with Intellij and Maven, highlighting issues with the Maven plugin and Java version compatibility. The instructor explains the challenges faced with Java 11 support in Scala and the need to upgrade from Java 8. The course is standardized on Java 11, and future updates are planned to address Scala's compatibility with newer Java versions.

What is the significance of Java 8 going out of support in January 2019?

What future plans does the teacher have regarding Scala and Java in the course?