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New to Java programming

Hi,

I am a new java programmer, i would like to ask the following questions:

1. Say if i wanted to use x.class for some of its methods, how do i let my program "know" that i want to use methods from x.class?

2. Could anyone recommend a good Java IDE?

I would greatly appreciate any help on the above. Thanks.
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jimmack

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jimmack

Next level of complexity ;-)

Classes are usually created inside "packages". A package is a logical collection of related classes. eg. The package java.awt contains all the main abstract windowing toolkit classes like Frames, Windows, Buttons etc.

If you want your class to be able to access a Button, you "import" the class into your .java file:

import java.awt.Button;

public class MyClass2
{
private Button myButton;
.
.
}

InNoCenT_Ch1ld

For your IDE question:

https://www.experts-exchange.com/questions/20777711/Best-Free-Java-IDE-In-Your-Opinon-and-Why.html

however, i suggest that you use notepad since you are new to Java, this will help you to learn this language.. personally, i've only try JBuilder and i find it quite good, but i'm still prefer to write in notepad ;p

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InNoCenT_Ch1ld

Afterall, jimmack has already answer your question clearly and i think you should accept his comment as answer :p

Good day
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jimmack

Thanx ;-)