Java is a widely-used programming language created in 1995 and owned by Oracle.

It’s popular for developing mobile (especially Android), desktop, and web applications, as well as games, database connections, and more.

Java is favored for its platform independence (runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, etc.), ease of learning, security, speed, and power.

It also enjoys large community support, making it a go-to language in the job market.

Being object-oriented, Java promotes clear, reusable code and is similar to C++ and C#, facilitating easier transitions for developers between these languages.