Java is an incredibly popular and versatile programming language used in a variety of applications. It’s especially useful for those looking to build custom applications, as it’s easy-to-learn, fast-running, and supported by all major platforms. But before you can begin coding, there’s one important step—creating Java files. This blog post will explain what Java files are and how they work, plus provide tips on how to create them correctly. Whether you’re new to coding or just need a refresher, this article is sure to help you get started with your next project!
Java File Handling methods
In Java, there are several different ways to handle files. The most common methods are through the use of the FileInputStream and FileOutputStream classes. These classes provide a way to read and write data to a file, respectively.
Another common method is to use the RandomAccessFile class. This class provides a way to read and write data to a file at specific locations.
Finally, the java.nio package provides several different classes for performing file operations. These include the Files class, which provides static methods for performing common file operations, and the Paths class, which provides a way to work with file paths in a platform-independent manner.
Java Class Files
When you create a Java file, you give the file a .java extension. For example, HelloWorld.java. The java filename must match the class name inside the file. When the Java compiler compiles your source code, it creates a separate .class file for each class in your source code. For example, if your source code contains two classes, the compiler produces two .class files: HelloWorld.class and TestClass.class.
The Java compiler produces bytecode from your .java files. Bytecode is a platform-independent set of instructions that tell the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) how to execute a program. The JVM executes bytecode directly on the computer's processor (CPU).
Java bytecode is stored in .class files and is executed by the JVM. A .class file contains all of the information that the JVM needs to execute a program -- including bytecode, symbol table information, line numbers, etc.
When you run a Java program, the JVM loads thebytecode for each class into memory and then executes it.