Month: July 2024

In this video, we'll guide you through the process of installing the Java Development Kit (JDK) on Windows 11. We’ll also show you how to set up the `JAVA_HOME` environment variable, which is essential for many Java applications and development tools. Follow these steps to get Java JDK up and running on your Windows 11 system. **Steps to Install Java JDK on Windows 11:** 1. **Download the Java JDK:** – Open your web browser and go to the official Oracle JDK download page: [Oracle JDK Downloads](https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-jdk11-downloads.html). – Choose the Windows installer (`.exe`) that matches your system architecture (usually `x64`). – Click on the download link and accept the license agreement. 2. **Run the JDK Installer:** – Once the download is complete, locate the JDK installer file in your "Downloads" folder. – Double-click the installer file to run it. – Follow the on-screen instructions in the setup wizard: – Click "Next" to continue. – Choose the installation directory (the default is typically `C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-[version]`). – Click "Next" and then "Install" to begin the installation. 3. **Set Up the JAVA_HOME Environment Variable:** – After the installation is complete, you need to set up the `JAVA_HOME` environment variable. – Right-click the "Start" button and select "System". – In the "System" window, click on "Advanced system settings". – In the "System Properties" window, click on the "Environment Variables" button. 4. **Add JAVA_HOME Variable:** – In the "Environment Variables" window, under the "System variables" section, click "New". – In the "New System Variable" dialog: – For "Variable name", enter `JAVA_HOME`. – For "Variable value", enter the path to your JDK installation (e.g., `C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-[version]`). – Click "OK" to save the new variable. 5. **Update the PATH Variable:** – In the "Environment Variables" window, find the "Path" variable in the "System variables" section and select it. – Click "Edit". – In the "Edit Environment Variable" dialog, click "New" and add the following path: – `%JAVA_HOME%\bin` – Click "OK" to save the changes. 6. **Verify the Installation:** – Open a new Command Prompt window. – Type the following command and press `Enter`: “`cmd java -version “` – You should see the installed JDK version information. – Next, type the following command to verify the `JAVA_HOME` variable: “`cmd echo %JAVA_HOME% “` – This should print the path to your JDK installation. **Additional Tips:** – **Installing Multiple JDK Versions:** If you need to work with multiple JDK versions, you can manage them using a version manager like SDKMAN! or by manually updating the `JAVA_HOME` variable as needed.
– **Using Integrated Development Environments (IDEs):** Popular IDEs like IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, and NetBeans can detect and use the `JAVA_HOME` variable. Ensure that your IDE is configured to use the correct JDK version. **Why Install Java JDK?** – **Development:** The JDK provides all the tools needed to develop Java applications, including the Java compiler (`javac`), the Java runtime environment (`java`), and various utilities.
– **Compatibility:** Many enterprise applications and development frameworks require a specific version of the JDK to be installed.
– **Environment Variable:** Setting the `JAVA_HOME` environment variable is crucial for running Java applications and development tools that rely on this variable to locate the Java binaries. **Conclusion:** By following these steps, you can easily install the Java JDK on your Windows 11 machine and set up the `JAVA_HOME` environment variable. This setup is essential for Java development and running Java-based applications. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more tech tutorials and tips! If this video was helpful, please give it a thumbs up and share it with your friends. If you have any questions or need further assistance, leave a comment below. Stay tuned for more tech tutorials and tips to make the most out of your development tools! #JavaJDK #Windows11 #JavaDevelopment #JAVA_HOME #SoftwareInstallation #TechTutorial #HowTo #JavaProgramming #DevelopmentTools #Coding #OracleJDK #JavaSetup #Programming — With this comprehensive guide, you'll be ready to install and configure the Java JDK on Windows 11, enabling you to start developing and running Java applications efficiently.

On this week's episode of the podcast, freeCodeCamp founder Quincy Larson interviews Jessica Chan AKA Coder Coder. She's a software engineer has worked in the field for more than a decade. Interestingly, she studied photography in school and never took a programming class. We talk about: – How she and her sister ran a dial-in Bulletin Board System (BBS) back in the pre-web days – How her first year as a dev she "was just living in abject fear of losing my job." – How she stayed at her first developer agency job for 7 years, and went from imposter syndrome afflicted newbie to getting promoted – Her philosophy on creating programming tutorials: "You don't have to be on the cutting edge. I don't operate on the cutting edge." Can you guess what song I'm playing on my bass during the intro? It's from a 1993 rock song. Also, I want to thank the 9,779 kind people who support our charity each month, and who make this podcast possible. You can join them and support our mission at: https://www.freecodecamp.org/donate Links we talk about during our conversation: Jessica's 7-hour "How to Build a Website" freeCodeCamp course: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/create-a-simple-website-with-html-css-javascript/ Jessica's coding journey animated video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jA14r2ujQ7s Kevin Powell, the "King of CSS", who has also shared courses on freeCodeCamp: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/author/kevin-powell/ Jessica on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecodercoder Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction and Background
0:07:53 Early Days of BBSs
0:15:36 Transitioning from Photography to Web Development
0:34:15 The Changing Landscape of the Photography Industry
0:46:08 Progressing in Career and Taking on Bigger Projects
0:55:43 Blogging and Building a Developer Community
0:59:08 Transitioning from Freelancing to Content Creation
1:04:37 The Role of a Supportive Partner in Freelancing
1:08:42 Navigating the Challenges of Freelancing
1:10:34 Staying Motivated and Learning New Skills
1:13:19 The Importance of Authenticity in Content Creation
1:15:19 Ethical Considerations in Web Development
1:20:09 Research and Preparation for High-Quality Tutorials