Setting Up Java Development Environment (JDK, IDE)
Setting Up Java Development Environment (JDK, IDE)
The Java Development Kit (JDK) is a software development environment used for
It includes a complete set of tools needed to develop Java programs, such as the
1. Eclipse IDE:
- Download Eclipse IDE for Java Developers from the Eclipse website. https://eclipseide.org/
- Install Eclipse and launch the application.
- Configure workspace and create a new Java project.
2. IntelliJ IDEA:
- Download IntelliJ IDEA from the JetBrains website.
https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/?section=windows
- Install IntelliJ IDEA and set up a new Java project.
- Explore features like code completion, debugging, and project management.
Configuring Environment
Variables
1. Windows:
- Open System Properties > Advanced > Environment Variables.
- Add `JAVA_HOME` variable pointing to the JDK installation directory.
- Modify `PATH` variable to include `%JAVA_HOME%\bin`.
2. macOS/Linux:
- Open Terminal and edit shell profile (e.g., `~/.bash_profile`, `~/.zshrc`).
- Add `export JAVA_HOME=/path/to/jdk` and `export
PATH=$JAVA_HOME/bin:$PATH`.
- Reload the profile with `source ~/.bash_profile` or `source ~/.zshrc`.
Writing a Simple Java Program