Getting my hands dirty at Java Technology
I am a VB enthusiast and I used to develop my desktop applications using .NET framework. But since I had a subject in MIT that uses Java as their learning module, I adapted this requirement for me to explore the possibilities of jumping into open source / open platform / multilanguage development.
At first, I don’t know where to start and after years of googling around and I’m on the right track 
Java offers tons of software application development for all platforms including mobile development. One of my target is simply to create a desktop application. But before you get your hands dirty in developing your first java application, you’ll need some tools to compile your code. One of the requirement is to install Java SE Development Kit. You can also use notepad or other text editor to code your Java application but a great SDK is much better.
So here is the link for Java SE Development Kit with NetBEANS
At first, it was very hard to adapt with its environment. All I can say is that the learning curve is so stiff! but I manage to learn some basics in their site.
As of now, I manage to finish my first simple project in Java (Stacks Push and Pop) and I’ve done it in record time! weeehee! I know that this is a great start for me to dig on Java and someday… I will deploy a powerful app using this technology
Here’s a screenshot of Virtual Stacker.
Virtual Stacker 1.0
I’ll keep you updated about this technology and hopefully, I can share some codes here at audemar.codegenetics.net