Java (JVM)

Java is a high-level, class-based, object-oriented programming language and computing platform that runs on billions of devices worldwide. Renowned for its 'write once, run anywhere' capability, it allows developers to compile code into bytecode that can execute on any Java Virtual Machine…

Key facts

First appeared: 1995
Category: technology
Problem solved: Java was created to solve the problems of platform dependence, memory management complexities, and lack of a robust, secure environment for distributed applications, particularly for embedded systems and, later, the burgeoning World Wide Web.
Platforms: Solaris, Android, Embedded Systems, Linux, Cloud platforms, Windows, macOS

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Notable users

Netflix
Google (Android)
Oracle
Amazon (AWS services)
IBM
Salesforce
SAP
Twitter