Trail: Getting Started
This trail provides everything you'll need to know
about getting started with the Java programming language.
The Java Technology Phenomenon
Provides an overview of Java technology as a whole.
It discusses both the Java programming language
and platform, providing a broad overview of what this technology can do
and how it will make your life easier.
The "Hello World!" Application
This hands-on approach describes what to download, what to install, and
what to type, for
creating a simple "Hello World!" application. It provides separate
instructions for the NetBeansTM integrated development environment
(NetBeans IDE), Microsoft Windows, SolarisTM Operating System (Solaris OS), Linux, and Mac users.
A Closer Look at "Hello World!"
Discusses the "Hello World!" application, describing
each section of code in detail. It covers source code comments, the HelloWorldApp class definition block, and the main method.
Common Problems (and Their Solutions)
This is the place to go
if you have trouble compiling or running
the programs in this trail.
