How to Get Started with HelloFX Samples in JavaFX

Jan 20, 2022 | Programming

Welcome to the world of JavaFX, where creating graphical user interfaces is as easy as saying “Hello, World!” This guide will take you through the steps to run HelloFX samples, whether you’re using the command line or an integrated development environment (IDE). Let’s dive in!

HelloFX Samples

The HelloFX samples repository is a collection of simple HelloWorld applications designed with JavaFX. Each sample can be executed with different options and build tools. You can find useful documentation on how to use each sample here.

Command Line

You can run the HelloFX samples directly from your command line. Below are two categories of samples:

Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
None               HelloFX project    Modular project to run on command line.
Maven              HelloFX project    Modular project to run with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Modular project to run with Gradle.

Non-Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
None               HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run on command line.
Maven              HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run with Gradle.

IDEs

If you’d prefer to use an IDE, the HelloFX samples can be executed with various development environments. Here’s a breakdown of the options.

IntelliJ

IntelliJ has a wealth of support for both modular and non-modular samples:

Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Modular project to run from IntelliJ.
Maven              HelloFX project    Modular project to run from IntelliJ, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Modular project to run from IntelliJ, with Gradle.

Non-Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from IntelliJ.
Maven              HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from IntelliJ, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from IntelliJ, with Gradle.

NetBeans

NetBeans also supports HelloFX:

Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Modular project to run from NetBeans.
Maven              HelloFX project    Modular project to run from NetBeans, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Modular project to run from NetBeans, with Gradle.

Non-Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from NetBeans.
Maven              HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from NetBeans, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from NetBeans, with Gradle.

Eclipse

Of course, Eclipse users are not left out:

Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Modular project to run from Eclipse.
Maven              HelloFX project    Modular project to run from Eclipse, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Modular project to run from Eclipse, with Gradle.

Non-Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Eclipse.
Maven              HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Eclipse, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Eclipse, with Gradle.

Visual Studio Code

And finally, for Visual Studio Code enthusiasts:

Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Maven              HelloFX project    Modular project to run from Visual Studio Code, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Modular project to run from Visual Studio Code, with Gradle.

Non-Modular Samples


Build Tool         Sample   Description
-----------------  -------  -------------------------------------
Java               HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Visual Studio Code.
Maven              HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Visual Studio Code, with Maven.
Gradle             HelloFX project    Non-modular project to run from Visual Studio Code, with Gradle.

Troubleshooting

If you run into issues while working with HelloFX samples, consider these troubleshooting tips:

  • Ensure that your Java Development Kit (JDK) is installed and properly configured.
  • Make sure your build tool (Maven or Gradle) is correctly set up and recognizes the dependencies.
  • If using an IDE, confirm that the project structure is correctly set up according to the HelloFX guidelines.
  • Consult the issues page to see if others have faced similar problems.

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