JavaFX 2.0: Introduction by Example

1-1. Installing Required Software

Problem

You want to start developing JavaFX applications, but you don’t know what software is required to be installed.

Solution

You’ll need to install the following software in order to get started with JavaFX:

• Java 7 JDK or greater
• JavaFX 2.0 SDK
• NetBeans IDE 7.1 or greater

Note As of this writing, things are subject to change. To see additional requirements, refer to http://download.oracle.com/javafx/2.0/system_requirements/jfxpub-system_requirements.htm.

As of this writing, things are subject to change. By the time you read this; you will likely find JavaFX able to run on your favorite OS. For this recipe, ...