Java SE Reference at a Glance

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The APIs, documentation, and examples you need to develop and deploy on the Java platform » Go to the API Specifications

A wealth of information is available to help you learn and use Java platform technology. In addition, some Technologies offer listings of reference material specific to that technology.

APIs & Documentation

 
This page lists the documentation and release notes for the Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) and the JDK. Note the Documentation Redistribution Policy.
 

Code Samples and Applications

 
Find sample code for Java SE technologies, including Java 3D, Java 2D, Java Web Start, and Java Plug-in.
 

White Papers

 
White papers provide technical and architectural information about Java SE technology.
 

Tutorials

 
The Java Tutorial is a practical guide for programmers with hundreds of complete, working examples and dozens of trails (groups of lessons on a particular subject). Tutorials and Online Training site lists available courses.
 

Adoption Guide

 
The Adoption Guide is for the IT professional who will upgrade from an existing deployment of J2SE 1.5 to Java SE 6 (JDK 6).
 

Technical Articles

 
These technical articles and tips offer recommendations and solutions for programming on the Java SE platform. There is an alternative Articles By Category view to the chronological index.
 

Newsletters and Technical Tips

 
We offer several newsletters about the Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) technologies, ranging from the fundamentals of the Java programming language to core topics to technical tips. You can subscribe to newsletters through RSS feeds or read them online:
 
 

Getting Started

 
  • New to Java Center is a collection of links to articles, tutorials, online books, and software downloads helps you find what you need to start writing applications.
  • The Java SE Learning Path provides both programmers and non-programmers with the essential training to become proficient in the basics of Java technology programming using the Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE).
  • Tutorials are available for various levels, starting with the comprehensive Java Tutorial.
  • Quizzes are an enjoyable way to test your Java technology knowledge and find out the right answers.
  • The Glossary is a listing of terms related to the Java platform and technology.
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