Java Introduction And Setup

Java introduction and setup

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Java is a high-level, class-based, object-oriented programming language that is designed to have as few implementation dependencies as possible. It is one of the most widely used programming languages and is particularly known for its portability across platforms, thanks to the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). Below are the steps to set up a Java development environment on your machine.Step 1: Install JDK (Java Development Kit). The JDK contains the necessary tools to compile and run Java applications.

1. Go to the official Oracle website or you can use an open-source OpenJDK.

https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-jdk11-downloads.html

2. Download the latest version of the JDK appropriate for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).3. Follow the installation instructions to install the JDK.Step 2: Set Up Environment Variables. After the installation, you need to set the JAVA_HOME environment variable and update the Path variable.1. Locate the folder where the JDK was installed (usually C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-<version> on Windows).2. Open System Properties > Environment Variables.

3. Click on New in the System Variables section and add:

Variable name: JAVA_HOME
Variable value: C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-<version>

4. Find the Path variable in the System Variables section, click on Edit, and add:

%JAVA_HOME%\bin

Step 3: Verify the Installation. Open your command prompt or terminal and type the following command to check if Java is installed correctly:

java -version

If Java is set up correctly, you should see version information displayed in the terminal.Step 4: Installing an IDE. For a better coding experience, it is recommended to use an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) like IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, or NetBeans.1. Visit the official website of your preferred IDE (e.g., IntelliJ IDEA: https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/).2. Download and install the IDE following the installation instructions provided on their website.

Step 5: Create Your First Java Program. Open your IDE and create a new Java project. Create a new Java file (e.g., HelloWorld.java) and write the following code:

public class HelloWorld {
    public static void main(String[] args) {
        System.out.println("Hello, World!");
    }
}

3. Run the program to see the output in the console.