Installing-Java.md

Installing the Java 8 JDK

You need the Java Development Kit (JDK) in order to use Maven. To download and install the Java JDK, follow these instructions:

1. Visit http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jdk8-downloads-2133151.html
2. Under 'Java SE Development Kit 8u(version)', select Accept License Agreement, then select the platform of your choice.

Windows:
jdk-8u(version)-windows-x64.exe

Linux:
jdk-8u(version)-linux-x64.tar.gz

Mac:
jdk-8u(version)-macosx-x64.dmg

3. Follow the install instructions for your specific platform:

• https://docs.oracle.com/javase/8/docs/technotes/guides/install/install_overview.html

4. You might also need to set the JAVA_HOME variable. If Maven fails to run or if Maven indicates a JDK is missing (or JAVA_HOME is not set), follow these instructions:

• Setting the JAVA_HOME environment variable on Windows:
  • https://confluence.atlassian.com/doc/setting-the-java_home-variable-in-windows-8895.html
• Setting JAVA_HOME environment variable on MAC OS:
  • http://www.sajeconsultants.com/how-to-set-java_home-on-mac-os-x/
• Setting JAVA_HOME environment variable on Linux:
  • https://askubuntu.com/questions/175514/how-to-set-java-home-for-java