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# Trail: Getting Started

This trail provides everything you'll need to know about getting started with the Java programming language.

The Java Technology Phenomenon Provides an overview of Java technology as a whole. It discusses both the Java programming language and platform, providing a broad overview of what this technology can do and how it will make your life easier.

The "Hello World!" Application This hands-on approach describes what to download, what to install, and what to type, for creating a simple "Hello World!" application. It provides separate instructions for the NetBeans™ integrated development environment (NetBeans IDE), Microsoft Windows, Solaris™ Operating System (Solaris OS), Linux, and Mac users.

A Closer Look at "Hello World!" Discusses the "Hello World!" application, describing each section of code in detail. It covers source code comments, the `HelloWorldApp` class definition block, and the `main` method.

Common Problems (and Their Solutions) This is the place to go if you have trouble compiling or running the programs in this trail.

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