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Javaohjelmointiin refers to programming in the Java language. Java is a high-level, object-oriented, and class-based programming language designed to have as few implementation dependencies as possible. It is a general-purpose programming language intended to let application developers write once, run anywhere (WORA), meaning that compiled Java code can run on all platforms that support Java without the need for recompilation. Java is known for its platform independence, security features, and robustness.

The Java Development Kit (JDK) is the primary toolset for Java development. It includes the Java Runtime Environment (JRE), which is needed to run Java applications, and a compiler (javac) that translates Java source code into bytecode. Bytecode is then interpreted by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM), which is specific to each platform. This abstraction layer is what enables Java's "write once, run anywhere" capability.

Java has a vast ecosystem of libraries and frameworks that support a wide range of applications, from web development (e.g., Spring, Jakarta EE) and mobile applications (Android) to enterprise software, scientific computing, and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop). Its strong community support and extensive documentation make it a popular choice for both beginners and experienced developers. Common applications of Java include server-side applications, desktop applications, embedded systems, and games. The language's syntax is similar to C++ but with simpler object-oriented features and automatic memory management through garbage collection.