Time for action – downloading the installer
JDeveloper 11gR2 Studio Edition is free for development and is licensed under the OTN JDeveloper license agreement. JDeveloper 11gR2 (11.1.2.3.0) has a free runtime license for applications deployed to GlassFish using the ADF Essentials feature. Perform the following steps for downloading the installer:
On the OTN website (http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/developer-tools/jdev/downloads/index.html), click on the Downloads tab, read the terms, and accept the license agreement.
Select the Windows Install drop-down option for Studio Edition: 11.1.2.3.0 and click on the Download File button.
Accept the prompt to save
jdevstudio11123install.exeon your machine.
What just happened?
You have downloaded the installer from the OTN site to install the JDeveloper 11.1.2.3.0 Studio edition on Windows.
This installer is an executable that will run only on Windows. The installer and the installation procedure differ from platform to platform. You will have to download a Linux install for a Linux platform, and there is an option to download a generic, platform-independent installer for MAC. Refer to the following URL for more information on how to use a generic installer:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/developer-tools/jdev/documentation/index.html
Have a go hero – researching the optional components for JDeveloper
Ok, now it's your turn to research more on the optional components that can be downloaded for JDeveloper 11gR2. There are other components that support adding more features for JDeveloper IDE.
Ask yourself the following questions and find the answers on the Downloads page:
We have different development teams to work with. What are the options to collaborate for increased productivity?
How can you find out more about the previous versions of JDeveloper before starting with 11gR2?
Can I install my ADF application on any other JEE servers?
Where can I see the ADF framework components in action?
I want to develop my own custom theme for the ADF components. Where can I find a user-friendly editor for customizing the components?
