Chapter 1 - 1.6 The Java Language Specification, API, JDK, and IDE

What does API stand for?

API stands for Application Program Interface (also known as Library). ( - The application program interface (API), also known as library, contains predefined classes and interfaces for developing Java programs. - The API is still expanding. You can view and download the latest version of the Java API at http://download.java.net/jdk8/docs/api/ ).

What does IDE stand for?

IDE stands integrated development environment.

What does JDK stand for?

JDK stands for Java Development Toolkit.

What does JRE stand for?

JRE stands for Java Runtime Environment.

Are tools like NetBeans and Eclipse different languages from Java, or are they dialects or extensions of Java?

NetBeans and Eclipse are not programming languages, nor dialects, nor extensions of Java. They are Java development tools.

What is the Java language specification?

The Java language specification specifies the syntax for the Java language. ( The Java language specification is a technical definition of the Java programming language's syntax and semantics. You can find the complete Java language specification at http://docs.oracle.com/javase/specs/. )