Java

These blog posts pertain to the Java programming language as used by embedded software developers.

KVM: A Small Java Virtual Machine for J2ME

Posted: Sat, 2002-06-01 00:00 - Michael Barr

Sun's K Virtual Machine gives embedded developers a virtual kick in the pants. KVM makes it possible to, for the first time, run Java programs on any 16-bit processor with 128KB of available memory.

Java Compilers for Embedded Systems

Posted: Tue, 1998-09-01 00:00 - Jason Steinhorn

While most software developers have been praising the advantages of Java programming, embedded developers have been sitting idly by, waiting for a Java implementation that would complement their non-standard environments. The wait may soon be over. Java batch compilers and toolsets are starting to emerge, and may make using Java in your next project a more realistic option.

Kaffe: A Compact Open Source Java Virtual Machine

Posted: Sun, 1998-02-01 00:00 - Michael Barr

by Michael Barr and Jason Steinhorn

Quite a few embedded programmers are considering adopting the Java programming language. But it's not as easy to run Java programs in an embedded environment as you might think.