Set the `PATH` environment variable in your operating system to include the JDK `bin` directory
On Windows, add `C:Program FilesJavajdk-
On macOS or Linux, add `export PATH=$PATH:/path/to/jdk/bin` to your shell profile
Verify the setup with `java -version`
Verify the compiler with `javac -version`
In Java code, use `System.setProperty(“java.class.path”, “your/path”)` for classpath-related needs
In Java code, use `System.getenv(“PATH”)` to read the current PATH value
In an IDE, configure the JDK and project SDK path in project settings
In a build tool, set the JDK path in the tool configuration if needed
