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Java Program Execution Flow

? Java Program Execution Flow

? Quick Overview

Java Program Execution Flow explains how a Java program runs from writing source code to producing output. Understanding this flow helps developers debug, optimize, and write better Java applications.

? Key Concepts

  • Source Code (.java)
  • Compilation using javac
  • Bytecode (.class)
  • JVM (Java Virtual Machine)
  • Main Method Execution

? Syntax / Theory

A Java program does not run directly. It follows a step-by-step execution process:

  1. Write Java source code
  2. Compile source code into bytecode
  3. JVM loads the bytecode
  4. Main method starts execution
  5. Statements execute line by line

? Code Example

? View Code Example
// Simple Java program to understand execution flow
class HelloWorld {
public static void main(String[] args) {
// Program execution starts from main method
System.out.println("Hello, Java Execution Flow");
}
}

? Live Output / Explanation

The JVM looks for the main() method. Once found, it executes the statements inside it sequentially. The output printed on the screen will be:

Hello, Java Execution Flow

⚡ Interactive Flow Simulator

Click "Next Step" to simulate how Java runs code.

⚪ 1. Source ⚪ 2. Compile ⚪ 3. JVM Load ⚪ 4. Output
> Ready to start...
 

? Tips & Best Practices

  • Always ensure the main method signature is correct
  • Compile errors must be fixed before execution
  • Class name and file name should match
  • Understand JVM stages: Load, Link, Execute

? Try It Yourself

  • Change the message and re-run the program
  • Add another print statement and observe execution order
  • Remove the main method and see the compiler error
  • Practice compiling and running from command line