Reference implementation

The reference implementation of the Log4j API is called Log4j Core. It is a versatile, reliable, feature-rich and production-ready implementation. The remaining chapters of the manual describe the ins and outs of this logging implementation:

Do you want to learn about its architecture?

Go to Architecture.

Do you want to install Log4j Core?

Go to Installing Log4j Core.

Do you want to configure Log4j Core?

Go to Configuration.

Do you want to write custom components for Log4j Core?

Go to Extending Log4j.

Do you want to tune your installation for a better performance?

Go to Performance.