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1. TOPIC:- JAVA DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT PRESENTED BY:- 240301120445 - Biswajeet Samal 240301120446 – Vimlesh Singh 240301120448 – Abhipsa priyadarsani Das

2. CONTENTS:- 1. INTRODUCTION TO JAVA 2. NEED FOR A DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT 3. JDK 4. JRE 5.JVM 6.JAVA PROGRAM EXECUTION PROCESS 7. SETTING UP JAVA ENVIRONMENT 8. IDEs 9. JAVA PROGRAM Eg. 10. PROJECT STRUCTURE IN JAVA 11. COMMON TOOLS IN JAVA DEVELOPMENT 12. ENVIRONMENT VARIABLES & PATH SETUP 13. ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT 14. BEST PRACTICES & SUMMARY

3. Definition: Java is a high-level, object-oriented, platform-independent programming language. Developed by: James Gosling at Sun Microsystems in 1995. Key Features: Platform independent (Write Once, Run Anywhere) Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Robust and Secure Supports multithreading and networking Versions of Java: Java SE (Standard Edition), Java EE (Enterprise Edition), Java ME (Micro Edition) Uses: Application development, web applications, mobile apps, enterprise software, embedded systems. INTRODUCTION TO JAVA

4. NEED FOR A DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT Developers require tools to write, compile, and execute code efficiently. A development environment includes compiler, runtime, IDE, and supporting tools. Proper setup ensures smooth development and debugging. Explanation: Writing code in Java is only part of the process. To test and run programs, you need JDK, JRE, and IDEs. A proper environment reduces errors, enables debugging, and provides productivity tools like syntax highlighting and autocomplete.

5. JAVA DEVELOPMENT KIT(JDK) Required to write Java programs. Components: compiler ( javac ), debugger, development tools, JRE. Provides libraries to develop applications. Explanation: JDK is the full software package for Java developers. Compiler ( javac ) converts .java source files into .class bytecode. Debugger helps trace and fix errors. Libraries contain prewritten classes for tasks like I/O, networking, and GUI.

6. JAVA RUNTIME ENVIRONMENT(JRE) Required to run Java programs. Includes JVM and standard libraries. Does not include development tools like compiler or debugger. Explanation: End-users only need JRE to execute Java applications. JRE contains JVM which interprets the bytecode, plus the necessary class libraries. Developers need JDK; users only need JRE.

7. JAVA VIRTUAL MACHINE(JVM) Executes Java bytecode on any platform. Architecture: Class Loader, Method Area & Heap, Stack & PC Registers, Execution Engine. Handles memory management and execution. Explanation: JVM ensures platform independence ; the same .class file runs on Windows, Mac, Linux. Class Loader: Loads .class files. Method Area & Heap: Store code and objects. Stack & PC Registers: Track method calls and instruction execution. Execution Engine: Executes instructions. The slide diagram visually shows how bytecode flows through these components.

8. JAVA PROGRAM EXECUTION PROCESS Write source code in a .java file. Compile with javac → generates .class bytecode. JVM loads class and executes bytecode. Explanation: Source Code → Compiler → Bytecode → JVM Execution Bytecode is platform-independent; JVM interprets or just-in-time (JIT) compiles it. Diagram shows a step-by-step flow from writing code to execution.

9. SETTING UP JAVA ENVIRONMENT Download and install JDK. Set JAVA_HOME variable. Add bin folder to PATH. Verify installation with java -version. Explanation: Installing JDK provides all development tools. JAVA_HOME tells your system where JDK is installed. PATH ensures you can run javac or java from any terminal location. Verification ensures setup is correct.

10. Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) Popular IDEs: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, NetBeans, VS Code. Features: Code completion, debugging, build automation. Enhances productivity and reduces errors. Explanation: IDEs provide graphical interfaces for coding and debugging. Auto-completion reduces typing effort and prevents syntax errors. Debugging tools help trace runtime errors. Many IDEs integrate build tools and version control.

11. WRITING JAVA PROGRAM Code snippet: HelloWorld example Steps: Write → Compile → Run Output: Hello, World! Explanation: Shows basic syntax of Java. Demonstrates how JDK and JVM work together: source → bytecode → execution. First program helps beginners confirm their environment is set up correctly.

12. PROJECT STRUCTURE IN JAVA Source folder contains .java files. Class files are generated in output folder. Libraries stored in lib folder. Packages organize code logically. Explanation: Large projects need organization. Packages prevent class name conflicts and improve maintainability. Build tools like Maven/Gradle use this structure.

13. COMMON TOOLS IN JAVA DEVELOPMENT Build Tools – Automate compilation, packaging, and deployment. Examples: Maven, Gradle, Ant Version Control Systems (VCS) – Track code changes and enable collaboration. Examples: Git, GitHub, GitLab Testing Frameworks – Ensure code correctness and automate tests. Examples: JUnit, TestNG Logging Tools – Monitor application behavior and errors. Examples: Log4j, SLF4J Profiling & Monitoring Tools – Analyze performance and memory usage. Examples: VisualVM , JProfiler Code Quality & Analysis Tools – Detect errors, enforce coding standards. Examples: SonarQube, Checkstyle , PMD IDE Plugins & Extensions – Enhance development workflow within IDEs. Examples: Eclipse/IntelliJ Plugins, Maven/Gradle integration

14. ENVIRONMENT VARIABLES & PATH SETUP JAVA_HOME: Points to the JDK folder; required by IDEs and build tools. PATH: Includes JDK bin folder; allows running java and javac from any location. CLASSPATH: Specifies locations of class files and libraries. Importance: Ensures smooth compilation and execution; prevents errors. Verification: Use java -version and javac -version to confirm setup.

15. Advanced Development Environments Cloud IDEs: Replit , Gitpod , AWS Cloud9 Work anywhere, no installation needed, collaboration Supports modern Java versions and frameworks Explanation: Cloud IDEs allow online coding without installing JDK locally. Multiple developers can work simultaneously. Useful for quick testing, learning, or collaborative projects.

16. Keep JDK and IDE updated. Organize code into packages. Use version control and backup Explanation: Best practices improve readability, maintainability, and reduce errors. Version control ensures no code is lost and enables collaboration. Packages and naming conventions make projects professional and scalable. BEST PRACTICES Java Development Environment includes JDK, JRE, and JVM IDEs and tools simplify development Proper setup ensures smooth execution Explanation: Recap of the entire presentation. Emphasizes importance of environment setup for development and deployment. SUMMARY

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