Please how can i start java programming on my desktop computer. What tools do i need to start programming and running the codes?

Answer 1

you can either:
-install an IDE (NetBeans, Eclipse, IntelliJ...)
or
-install JDK, write code in a text editor (gedit, notepad, notepad++, vim, sublime...) and compile-link-execute through command line.

if you're just learning, I suggest to avoid using an IDE at the very beginning, since it makes automatic some things that are good for you to learn to make manually (importing packages, overriding, actually using the CLI... ). Also, there's really no need for an IDE unless you're working on a reasonably sized project.

in the first section of the Java tutorials you can find a guide on how to install JDK on your device :)

Answer 2

I recommend you use NetBeans ide.
Link here:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html
for instructions on how to install it look @ java course on sololearn.
Alternatively you can use blueJ ide.

Answer 3

tnx all

Answer 4

1. jdk for tools.
2. text editor (visual studio code/atom) for coding.
3. command prompt (windows) to compile and run java program. use javac command to compile file and use java command to run compiled file.

Answer 5

If you are beginner use TextPad very easy to use