Java Compiler?

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Java Compiler?

Sorry wasn't sure where to post this...
I recently started a Java Programing class and wanted to use my G5 running 10.4.11. I found the Java folder in */Applications/Utilities... But couldnt find anything in there that seemed to be an editor or a compiler. OS X is suposed to have the JDK already available, but I'm not finding anything useful. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
-Dustin

1.8 GHz PowerMac G5 (original), Superdrive, 1.5 GB RAM, 20in Display (clear pla, G4 Sawtooth 800Mhz processor upgrade 10.4.2 1st Gen 5gig iPod

Posted on Jul 8, 2008 4:12 PM

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Answer 1

Tom Gewecke

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Jul 8, 2008 5:25 PM in response to Dustin Hall

Does this help?

http://developer.apple.com/java/

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Answer 2

Dustin Hall Author

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Jul 8, 2008 7:24 PM in response to Tom Gewecke

unless I'm missing someting it doesn't. I can't find anything that allows me to type code or compile it. That page talks about the JDK and the VM, but not where it is installed. Nothing in the Java folder (in app.>utilities) seems to be what I'm looking for, or atleast if it is Im not figuring out how to use them. Thanks

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rccharles

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Jul 8, 2008 8:26 PM in response to Dustin Hall

You might try asking here.

http://developer.apple.com/java/faq/moreinfo.html#anchor1
and
http://lists.apple.com/archives/Java-dev

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Answer 4

Jul 8, 2008 8:31 PM in response to Dustin Hall

Dustin--

You'll want to install Xcode, the Apple developer tools. You should have gotten a copy of them with your OS X install discs. You can also sign up for a free online ADC membership and download the tools there:

http://developer.apple.com/products/

They're big. Real big. Like almost a gigabyte big. So it helps to have access to a fast internet connection.

Since you posted in Mac OS X v10.4 discussion, I'm assuming you're using that, so you'll need to get version 2.5. Version 3 is for Leopard only.

Also, if you find yourself needing more help getting started, I'd suggest posting your questions in the Developer 101 discussion:

http://discussions.apple.com/forum.jspa?forumID=728

There are a few people there I know who do a lot of Java programming and they should be able to help get you up and running...

charlie

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Dustin Hall Author

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Jul 9, 2008 6:02 AM in response to Charles Minow

Thanks for your quick reply(s) Im currently downloading Xcode and a couple other tools from the ADC site. I'm not at my machine so it will be tonight atleast before I can install or try anything.
-D

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Dustin Hall Author

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Jul 9, 2008 11:02 AM in response to Dustin Hall

I went home during lunch and was able to install Xcode and I think once I learn more about the program (and Java in general) should be exactly what I need. I just started my Java course so my knowledge of the language is very limited. Thanks for everyones help. I do plan on reading stuff from the Developer 101 page that Charles mentioned.

Thanks!!

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Answer 7

Jul 9, 2008 9:15 PM in response to Dustin Hall

Dustin Hall wrote:
Thanks!!

You're welcome. Have fun with your class...

charlie

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Dustin Hall Author

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Jul 11, 2008 8:01 AM in response to Charles Minow

Will so Charles. Ive decided for right now with my level of java Im going to use eclipse because Xcode while looks great is so huge, gotta start with baby steps.

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Dustin Hall Author

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Jul 11, 2008 8:02 AM in response to Charles Minow

Will so Charles. Ive decided for right now with my level of java Im going to use eclipse because Xcode while looks great is so huge, gotta start with baby steps.

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