What tools do I need to practice Java programs on my PC?

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The discussion revolves around the tools and software necessary for practicing Java programming on a personal computer. It includes recommendations for development environments, installation guidance, and user experiences with different tools.

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  • One participant inquires about the necessary tools or software to start practicing Java programs on a PC.
  • Another participant suggests starting with the Java JDK, providing a link to the official download page.
  • A different participant recommends Eclipse as a standard free Java IDE, noting that it requires the JDK and offers a GUI and debugging tools, despite its initial complexity.
  • Another suggestion includes watching a tutorial video that begins with using a simple editor and the Windows console before transitioning to Eclipse.
  • A later reply expresses gratitude for the help and mentions the installation of Java JDK 7, asking for guidance on where to write and run Java programs, questioning the use of Notepad as an option.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants provide various recommendations for tools, but there is no consensus on a single preferred method or interface for writing and running Java programs.

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Some participants reference specific versions of the JDK and IDE, which may imply limitations based on system compatibility or user preferences. The discussion does not resolve which tool is definitively the best for all users.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in starting Java programming, particularly beginners seeking guidance on software setup and development environments.

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what tools or software is required to start practising java programs on my pc?
 
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Start with the Java JDK : http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html
 
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The "standard" free Java IDE these days is Eclipse, from: http://eclipse.org/
Once you un-cross your eyes after reading about it and trying to figure out how to use it, it's actually a pretty good toolset. I believe you will still need to download a Java Development Kit (JDK) as uart says above. The JDK will give you all the stuff you really need to compile and run programs from a console window, but Eclipse puts it all into a nice GUI and has a "fairly intuitive" debugger.
 
Thank you for helping me. I have installed Java JDK 7 for windows x86. Now, where should I write program and run? Is there any interface where I could write the code and compile in it? Should I use Notepad?
 
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