Java is a computer programming language developed by James Gosling at Sun Microsystems. Java was first released in 1995 and has since become one of the most popular programming languages with an estimated 12 million developers using it. Java is an object-oriented programming language, with syntax largely based on C and C++, that allows for the creation of robust, secure and portable applications that can run on multiple platforms including Window, Mac, and Linux operating systems. Java technology is the foundation for nearly every type of networked application and is the global standard for developing and delivering embedded applications, games, web content, and enterprise software. It can also be used for artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, RSS feeds, and Java apps. The Java platform differs from most other platforms in that it’s a software-only platform that runs on top of other hardware-based platforms. According to Oracle, Java can reduce costs, drive innovation, and more as the programming language of choice for IoT, enterprise architecture, enterprise applications, and cloud computing.