Java has different editions, which cater to various types of applications and devices:
Step 1: Java Standard Edition (SE).
Java SE is the core edition, providing the foundation for building desktop applications, utilities, and basic network applications. It includes essential libraries for development such as the collections framework, networking, and file I/O.
Step 2: Java Enterprise Edition (EE).
Java EE extends the Java SE with additional features for building large-scale, distributed, and multi-tiered enterprise applications. It includes technologies like Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB), JavaServer Pages (JSP), and Java Message Service (JMS).
Step 3: Java Micro Edition (ME).
Java ME is used for developing applications on embedded and mobile devices. It provides a lightweight framework for resource-constrained environments, such as cell phones, smartcards, and small sensors.
Step 4: JavaFX.
JavaFX is a platform for building rich user interfaces and is designed for applications running on desktops, mobile devices, and the web.