A Developer Preview of Java SE 8 including JavaFX (JDK 8) on Linux for ARM processors is now available for immediate download from Java.net. As Java Evangelist Stephen Chin says, "This is a great platform for doing small embedded projects, a low cost computing system for teaching, and great fun for hobbyists."
- Download JDK 8 for ARM
- Read the documentation for this early access release
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More Resources
JavaFX on Raspberry Pi – 3 Easy Steps by Stephen Chin
OTN Tech Article: Getting Started with Java SE Embedded on the Raspberry Pi by Bill Courington and Gary Collins
Java Magazine Article: Getting Started with Java SE for Embedded Devices on Raspberry Pi (Free subscription required)
Video: Quickie Guide Getting Java Embedded Running on Raspberry Pi by Hinkmond Wong