5 best software that interprets Java bytecode you can get today
Apache Harmony, from Apache Software, is another popular software that interprets Java bytecode. Although the software’s development stopped in 2011, it still remains one of the best Java bytecode interpreters and virtual machines out there.
Apache Harmony is supported on Windows, Linux, and macOS. There is also mobile support for Android, which now runs basically on OpenJDK libraries, rather than as a full VM.
Harmony is written in C++ and Java. And prior to official retirement in 2011, the software was only about 2% short of completeness.
Consequently, the incomplete library resulted in the termination of certain Java programs like Vuze, Geronimo (from Apache) and ArgoUML.
Nevertheless, despite the abrupt termination and near-completeness, a number of apps are still supported on Harmony. These apps include JUnit, Tomcat, Apache Velocity, Apache Ant and many more.
Other features of Apache Harmony include Java bytecode interpreter, Class library, JIT compiler, Virtual machine core, Porting layer, Thread manager, Garbage collector and many more.
Apache Harmony was retired (its development was stopped) in November 2011. However, it is still available for download, albeit with no technical support or the likes.
In conclusion, Java bytecode interpreters are essential components in the development of Java programs. And to help inform your choice, we have reviewed five of the best Java bytecode interpreters in the market.
These Java bytecode interpreters have been selected and ranked based on their relative popularity and durability, compared to others.
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