Build your knowledge and confidence with easy-to-understand examples and plenty of skill-building exercises. So, whether you just want to try it out to see if you like it or plan on doing more with Java, this is a great place to start! This course uses the latest release of Java, from Oracle, the company that maintains and supports the language. You will also learn how to use BlueJ, a graphical development environment designed specially for students. Both are free and open-source products and you will receive instructions on how to download and install them. By the time you're one, you will be comfortable with Java programming and ready for more!