Microsoft introduced a new installer to make it easier to code with the No. 1 programming language, Java, in the No. 1 development environment, Visual Studio Code.

VS Code combines impressive Java support with first-class support for JavaScript and other stacks, making a compelling alternative to traditional IDEs. Let’s try it with Spring and Svelte.

This post explains how to install Java or check which version is running on your machine. Install on any OS, and learn about the JDK.

Microsoft updates Java extensions for Visual Studio Code to make life easier for Java developers.