Java history gives a quick recap of how Java evolved to its current
state. As part of Javapapers, I wanted to record and preserve this
precious history time line. This historical information is collated from
Internet and unable to verify these events. I did my best to provide
accurate information, if you find anything wrong in the below account
please email me.
1991
- Oak
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February, 1991
James Gosling was the software lead and architect. His initial objective was to find a suitable language for Green Project. He chose C++ and wrote extensions wherever there were gaps. Then the features were not sufficient for the project needs and creating a new language was the next move. He started working on the new language and named it as “Oak”, there was an Oak tree outside his office window.
1992
- Star-seven Prototype
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September, 1992
Star-seven (*7) working prototype with a GUI was completed and demonstrated. At this time Green project has created a new language, an operating system, a hardware platform and an interface. Below is the demo of PDA like star 7 prototype and demo was given by James Gosling himself. I recommend you to go through the complete demo and feel amazed on what they have done during 1991 – 1992.
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