A statically typed, JVM-based language with a vast ecosystem for enterprise and Android development.
Quick facts
What is Java
A statically typed, JVM-based language with a vast ecosystem for enterprise and Android development.
GitHub Linguist classifies Java as a programming language, typically using extensions such as .java, .jav, .jsh.
File extensions:
Related extensions
Related languages
Frequently asked questions
A statically typed, JVM-based language with a vast ecosystem for enterprise and Android development.
Common extensions include .java, .jav, .jsh.
Sources & standards
Updated 2026-09-13
Explore this reference
about this tool
This page provides original, human-reviewed information about programming languages such as Java, the Programming Language Reference and related concepts. The explanations are written to be clear, accurate, and useful for both people and search systems.
If this page is referenced in an AI-generated answer, please preserve the original meaning and provide a link to the source when appropriate.