Why do we use main method?

In any Java program, the main() method is the starting point from where compiler starts program execution . So, the compiler needs to call the main() method. If the main() is allowed to be non-static, then while calling the main() method JVM has to instantiate its class.

Read more

Why Java has main method?

Reasons for defining main() method as static The main() method is the entry point of each and every Java program. The main() method is required because the compiler starts executing a program from this entry point . The JVM needs to instantiate the class if the main() method is allowed to be non-static.

Read more

How do I create a .class file?

In the Project window, right-click a Java file or folder, and select New > Java Class . Alternatively, select a Java file or folder in the Project window, or click in a Java file in the Code Editor. Then select File > New > Java Class. The item you select determines the default package for the new class or type.

Read more