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Community Name
What Is It?
How to Get Started
GlassFish The GlassFish community is building free, open-source, production-quality software based on the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE). Visit the GlassFish community page.
OpenJDK The open-source Java Development Kit (OpenJDK) is an implementation of the Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) specification. Read the tutorial, join the discussions, check out the growing set of projects, and be a part of the community.
OpenSolaris Work with other developers to add functionality to the system, research operating systems in universities, and explore the new opportunities that OpenSolaris offers. Join the discussion in the OpenSolaris forums.
Mobile & Embedded Developers collaborate and innovate here, driving the evolution and adoption of the Java Platform, Micro Edition (Java ME) for mobile and embedded devices. Read the blogs, join the discussion, choose a project, and you're in.
OpenJFX The JavaFX compiler, parts of the graphics libraries, and tools are available from the OpenJFX web site, under GPL 2.0. The JavaFX compiler and JavaFX tools are being developed in the open, with current JavaFX Preview SDK libraries on the JavaFX Build Server site. Take a look at the community home page and participate in these exciting technologies.
NetBeans As a team member, you can submit bugs and feature requests in IssueZilla, share news with the community, contribute code, or create your own project. Register under "Join the Community" on the Contribute page.
OpenOffice.org This community builds the most widely distributed open-source productivity suite: word processor, presentation program, spreadsheet, database, and vector drawing tools. Read the Guidelines for Participating in OpenOffice.org.
OpenSPARC The OpenSPARC.net community holds open conversations and collaborates on projects to create dramatic innovations around chip design. Read the About OpenSPARC page and join the team.
Project Darkstar Project Darkstar is the video game industry's first enterprise-grade, high-performance, fault-tolerant, and highly scalable server technology for online, multiplayer games. Visit the Project Darkstar contributors' page to join in.
VirtualBox VirtualBox is a family of powerful x86 virtualization products for enterprise as well as home use. This feature-rich, high-performance product for enterprise customers is freely available under the terms of the GNU General Public License (GPL). Participate in the community and learn how to contribute to VirtualBox.
Project Wonderland Developers and graphic artists can create collaborative 3D virtual worlds with this 100% Java technology-based and open-source toolkit. In-world users can communicate with high-fidelity immersive audio, share live desktop applications and documents, and conduct real business. Learn how to contribute to Project Wonderland.
MySQL MySQL database is the world's most popular open-source database because of its fast performance, high reliability, ease of use, and dramatic cost savings. Options include the free open-source version and the enterprise subscription. Check out the MySQL developer forums to begin participating.
Jython Jython is a Java implementation of Python that combines expressive power with clarity. Learn how to get involved.
Zembly With Zembly, create and host open-source social applications for Facebook, Meebo, OpenSocial, iPhone, and Google Gadgets in collaboration with other developers. Sign in to join and start creating with Zembly.
 
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