Can java create exe program

[kokleong95]

Just out of curiosity, can Java create exe file too. this is because i'm deciding whther to learn c++ or java.
wHICH ONE IS BETTER, JAVA OR C++?

[DrZaius]

Hi kokleong95,

Java and C++ are similar, but have different applications. C++ is what you want to learn if you want to make exe applications (regular programs). When you compile the code into an exe then that exe will only run the OS you created it for, like Windows. Java programs are called "applets" and are OS independant, so you can write a program and have the same code compile on Windows and Mac. You should learn C++ because it is used more and is a good introduction to programming. Make sure to get some good beginner books too. Hope that helps.

[mosquito]

I know that there are wrappers available that can compile a java application to an executable.
If you want to choose which language to learn you first have to know what you want to do with it. If you want to do low level programming (writing system services, interacting with devices and stuff) I suggest learning C++. If you want to make user applications (lots of interfaces) I suggest learning java.
There is no better language. C++ has its strong and weak parts, java also has its strong and weak parts.

[res07tg2]

any recommendations on good books or tutorials for either of tese languages

[res07tg2]

these

mabey i should work on my typing first=)

[mosquito]

check the books from Wrox.

This is a good one to start with. http://www.wrox.com/Books/Book_Detai...3&subject_id=3