As of February 1, 2020, DataStax will no longer sell DataStax Distribution of Apache Cassandra. For enterprises interested in support for Apache Cassandra, DataStax Luna is available. The text provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a simple Java application using version 3.7.1 of the DataStax Java Driver for Apache Cassandra®. It covers creating a Cluster object, a Session object, executing statements, and running the application. Additionally, it mentions upcoming webinars and comprehensive documentation for further learning.