Local Environment Set-up

Now, since you have decided to be a java developer and write some programs, it is time to set up your local environment. Follow the below steps to do so:

Step 1 – Install JDK

1. Install latest version of JDK from here
2. Install JDK 17 from here
3. Install JDK 11 from here
4. Install JDK 8 from here

Step 2 – Install an IDE (Integrated Development Environment)

1. Install any IDE of your choice : Eclipse, NetBeans, STS, IntejilJ Idea, MyEclipse etc. Any of the IDEs will work.
2. Download Eclipse from here
3. Download NetBeans from here
4. Download STS (Spring Tool Suite) from here

Step 3 – Set environment variable

1. Set environment variable ‘Path’ to include java bin directory. Click here to know how to set up environment variable.

For Web development

Initially, it is not be required but as we proceed for web development, we will need web server tomcat. Download Tomcat server using the below link

Download and configure Tomcat server

If you want to write your java programs using a plain text editor, notepad++ can be a good choice for you.

Download notepad++ from here

Now, you have necessary arrows in your quiver to start. So, be ready to be a strong java developer. It’s time for a cup of coffee. Enjoy!