How to run a java program

Compiling and running a java program is very easy after JDK installation. Following are the steps ?

• Open a command prompt window and go to the directory where you saved the java program (MyFirstJavaProgram.java). Assume it's C:\.

• Type 'javac MyFirstJavaProgram.java' and press enter to compile your code. If there are no errors in your code, the command prompt will take you to the next line (Assumption: The path variable is set).

• Now, type 'java MyFirstJavaProgram' to run your program.

• You will be able to see the result printed on the window.

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