CHAPTER 6 --- Small Java Programs

The previous chapter discussed the mechanics of creating and running a Java program. This chapter will give an overview of Java using the small example program from the last chapter. The following chapters will begin a detailed discussion of Java.

Chapter Topics:

• Small example programs.
• Names for source files and class files.
• Syntax errors.
• Bugs.
• The Edit, Compile, and Run cycle
• Matching braces.
• Neat indenting.

QUESTION 1:

(Review:) What role in Java programming does each of the following files play?

• Source code file.
• Bytecode file.