Introduction to Programming in Java

Determining your Mac's Processor Type


Installing a JDK on a Mac


Installing a JDK on Windows


Installing Visual Studio Code for Java Development

  • Visit Java in Visual Studio Code
    • Scroll down the page slightly to see the links for the Coding Pack for Java
    • Windows users - The Install the Coding Pack for Java - Windows link will download an executable file that you should run to install VS Code and some helpful additional tools.
    • Mac users - The Install the Coding Pack for Java - macOS link will download a Zip (Compressed) file. Double click on the Zip file to get the Coding Pack for Java.app file. Double click on the App file and verify that you want to open it to start the installation wizard.

Verifying Java Development Extensions for VSCode


Presentation Materials for COSC-150-01-26FA