Understanding IDEs

A Deep Dive into Java Development Environments

What is JDK?
The Java Development Kit (JDK) is essential for creating and running
Java programs. It includes all the tools needed to write, compile, and
execute Java code.
What is JDK?
The Java Development Kit (JDK) is essential for creating and running
Java programs. It includes all the tools needed to write, compile, and
execute Java code.

Why Do You Need the JDK?

Creating Java Programs: Provides tools to write

Java code.
What is JDK?
The Java Development Kit (JDK) is essential for creating and running
Java programs. It includes all the tools needed to write, compile, and
execute Java code.

Why Do You Need the JDK?

Creating Java Programs: Provides tools to write

Java code.

Running Java Programs: Includes everything to

execute and test your programs.
What is JDK?
The Java Development Kit (JDK) is essential for creating and running
Java programs. It includes all the tools needed to write, compile, and
execute Java code.

Why Do You Need the JDK?

Creating Java Programs: Provides tools to write

Java code.

Running Java Programs: Includes everything to

execute and test your programs.

Finding and Fixing Errors: Offers tools to identify

and correct code mistakes.
Setting Up JDK
MacOS/Linux Installation:
-1. Download the installer package from the [Oracle JDK downloads page]
(https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/#java21).
-2. Open the installer package and follow the on-screen instructions.
-3. Verify the installation by opening the terminal and typing `java -version`.
Setting Up JDK
MacOS/Linux Installation:
-1. Download the installer package from the [Oracle JDK downloads page]
(https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/#java21).
-2. Open the installer package and follow the on-screen instructions.
-3. Verify the installation by opening the terminal and typing `java -version`.

Windows Installation:
-1. Download the installer from the [Oracle JDK downloads page]
(https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/#java21).
-2. Execute the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
-3. Copy the JDK directory path, typically `C:\ Program Files\Java\jdk-21`.
-4. Open 'Edit the system environment variables' from the start menu.
-5. Under Advanced tab Environment Variables System Variables → → → Path Edit.
-6. Create a new path and enter `
What is an IDE?
Definition: A Java IDE (Integrated Development
Environment) is a software application that provides
tools to facilitate writing and testing Java code.

Purpose: IDEs save time, streamline development,

and standardize processes for teams.
What is an IDE?
Definition: A Java IDE (Integrated Development
Environment) is a software application that provides
tools to facilitate writing and testing Java code.

Purpose: IDEs save time, streamline development,

and standardize processes for teams.

Popular Java IDEs:

1. IntelliJ IDEA: Smart editor, run/debug tools, plugin
marketplace.
2. Eclipse: Feature-rich, free for business use.
3. Apache NetBeans: Free, features code formatting and
folding.
4. VSCode: Newcomer, popular among developers.
5. BlueJ: Easy to use, less functionality.
Features of IDE
Code Editor: Highlights code with colors for
easier reading and understanding.
Features of IDE
Code Editor: Highlights code with colors for
easier reading and understanding.

Syntax Highlighting: Displays code parts in

different colors to spot mistakes and
understand structure.
Features of IDE
Code Editor: Highlights code with colors for
easier reading and understanding.

Syntax Highlighting: Displays code parts in

different colors to spot mistakes and
understand structure.

Code Completion: Suggests code completions

as you type, saving time and reducing errors.
Features of IDE
Code Editor: Highlights code with colors for
easier reading and understanding.

Syntax Highlighting: Displays code parts in

different colors to spot mistakes and
understand structure.

Code Completion: Suggests code completions

as you type, saving time and reducing errors.

Compiler: Translates Java code for the

computer and checks for errors to ensure
correct execution.
Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Step 2: Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to

install the application.
Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Step 2: Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to

install the application.

Step 3: Launch IntelliJ IDEA and click on “Skip Import” if this is your
first installation.
Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Step 2: Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to

install the application.

Step 3: Launch IntelliJ IDEA and click on “Skip Import” if this is your
first installation.

Step 4: Select “New Project” “Java” from the left sidebar.

Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Step 2: Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to

install the application.

Step 3: Launch IntelliJ IDEA and click on “Skip Import” if this is your
first installation.

Step 4: Select “New Project” “Java” from the left sidebar.

Step 5: Choose a suitable project name and location. Use JDK

version 21.
Installing IDE
Step 1: Download the IntelliJ Community edition from [IntelliJ IDEA]
(https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/).
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Step 2: Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to

install the application.

Step 3: Launch IntelliJ IDEA and click on “Skip Import” if this is your
first installation.

Step 4: Select “New Project” “Java” from the left sidebar.

Step 5: Choose a suitable project name and location. Use JDK

version 21.

Step 6: Navigate to File Project Structure. Under → project, ensure

SDK is selected as 21.
IDE Feature: Code Editor
Creating a New Project: Launch IntelliJ IDEA, click 'New Project',
select 'Java', choose Project SDK, and finish setup.
IDE Feature: Code Editor
Creating a New Project: Launch IntelliJ IDEA, click 'New Project',
select 'Java', choose Project SDK, and finish setup.

Creating a New Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' -> 'Java
Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.
IDE Feature: Code Editor
Creating a New Project: Launch IntelliJ IDEA, click 'New Project',
select 'Java', choose Project SDK, and finish setup.

Creating a New Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' -> 'Java
Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start

typing your Java code.
IDE Feature: Code Editor
Creating a New Project: Launch IntelliJ IDEA, click 'New Project',
select 'Java', choose Project SDK, and finish setup.

Creating a New Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' -> 'Java
Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start

typing your Java code.

Auto-Indentation: Automatically indents code for readability.

Example: Press 'Enter' after a method declaration.
IDE Feature: Code Editor
Creating a New Project: Launch IntelliJ IDEA, click 'New Project',
select 'Java', choose Project SDK, and finish setup.

Creating a New Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' -> 'Java
Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start

typing your Java code.

Auto-Indentation: Automatically indents code for readability.

Example: Press 'Enter' after a method declaration.

Bracket Matching: Highlights matching opening and closing

brackets to keep track of code structure.
Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start
typing your Java code.
Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start
typing your Java code.

Keywords: Shown in blue, these are reserved words in Java

with special meanings.
Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start
typing your Java code.

Keywords: Shown in blue, these are reserved words in Java

with special meanings.

Strings: Shown in green, these are sequences of characters

enclosed in double quotes.
Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start
typing your Java code.

Keywords: Shown in blue, these are reserved words in Java

with special meanings.

Strings: Shown in green, these are sequences of characters

enclosed in double quotes.

Comments: Shown in grey, these are ignored by the compiler

and used to explain the code.
Syntax Highlighting
Creating a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New'
-> 'Java Class', name it 'HelloWorld'.

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Writing Code: Open 'HelloWorld.java' in the code editor to start
typing your Java code.

Keywords: Shown in blue, these are reserved words in Java

with special meanings.

Strings: Shown in green, these are sequences of characters

enclosed in double quotes.

Comments: Shown in grey, these are ignored by the compiler

and used to explain the code.

Benefits of Syntax Highlighting: Helps quickly spot typos or

mistakes and understand code structure at a glance.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.

Step 3: Import the Scanner Class: Type `import java.util.Scanner` and

select the suggestion.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.

Step 3: Import the Scanner Class: Type `import java.util.Scanner` and

select the suggestion.

Step 4: Initialize Scanner and Take User Inputs: Create a Scanner object
and take inputs for name, age, and hobby.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.

Step 3: Import the Scanner Class: Type `import java.util.Scanner` and

select the suggestion.

Step 4: Initialize Scanner and Take User Inputs: Create a Scanner object
and take inputs for name, age, and hobby.

Step 5: Perform Basic String Operations: Capitalize hobby, create

greeting, age message, and hobby message.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.

Step 3: Import the Scanner Class: Type `import java.util.Scanner` and

select the suggestion.

Step 4: Initialize Scanner and Take User Inputs: Create a Scanner object
and take inputs for name, age, and hobby.

Step 5: Perform Basic String Operations: Capitalize hobby, create

greeting, age message, and hobby message.

Step 6: Print the Profile: Use `System.out.println` to print the greeting, age
message, and hobby message.
IntelliJ IDEA Code Completion
Step 1: Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'ProfileCreator'.

Step 2: Start Typing Your Code: Define the class and the `main` method.

Step 3: Import the Scanner Class: Type `import java.util.Scanner` and

select the suggestion.

Step 4: Initialize Scanner and Take User Inputs: Create a Scanner object
and take inputs for name, age, and hobby.

Step 5: Perform Basic String Operations: Capitalize hobby, create

greeting, age message, and hobby message.

Step 6: Print the Profile: Use `System.out.println` to print the greeting, age
message, and hobby message.

Benefits of Code Completion: Saves time, reduces errors, increases

productivity, and eases the learning curve.
IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

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IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

Write Your Code: Open 'MagicPotionCalculator.java' and type

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your Java code.
IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

Write Your Code: Open 'MagicPotionCalculator.java' and type

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your Java code.

Introduce an Error: Remove the semicolon at the end of a line to

see IntelliJ's error highlighting.
IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

Write Your Code: Open 'MagicPotionCalculator.java' and type

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your Java code.

Introduce an Error: Remove the semicolon at the end of a line to

see IntelliJ's error highlighting.

Run Your Program: Click the Run button to compile and run your
code.
IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

Write Your Code: Open 'MagicPotionCalculator.java' and type

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your Java code.

Introduce an Error: Remove the semicolon at the end of a line to

see IntelliJ's error highlighting.

Run Your Program: Click the Run button to compile and run your
code.

Check for Errors: IntelliJ will highlight errors and show messages,
like 'Error: ';' expected'.
IntelliJ IDEA Compiler
Create a New Java Class: Right-click 'src' folder, select 'New' ->
'Java Class', name it 'MagicPotionCalculator'.

Write Your Code: Open 'MagicPotionCalculator.java' and type

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your Java code.

Introduce an Error: Remove the semicolon at the end of a line to

see IntelliJ's error highlighting.

Run Your Program: Click the Run button to compile and run your
code.

Check for Errors: IntelliJ will highlight errors and show messages,
like 'Error: ';' expected'.

Benefits of IntelliJ IDEA Compiler: Provides immediate feedback

and automatic compilation, making error fixing easier and
enhancing coding experience.
Comparison with
Manual Code Execution
Without IntelliJ IDEA: Manual compilation and
error checking via command line, increasing time
and mistakes.
Comparison with
Manual Code Execution
Without IntelliJ IDEA: Manual compilation and
error checking via command line, increasing time
and mistakes.

With IntelliJ IDEA: Enhanced editor with syntax

highlighting, code completion, and one-click run,
simplifying development.
Comparison with
Manual Code Execution
Without IntelliJ IDEA: Manual compilation and
error checking via command line, increasing time
and mistakes.

With IntelliJ IDEA: Enhanced editor with syntax

highlighting, code completion, and one-click run,
simplifying development.

Summary: IntelliJ IDEA simplifies Java

programming, reduces errors, saves time, and
improves efficiency.