Java is a very extensively used programming language. In this article, we explain how you can run Java programs from the Command Prompt.

BEA gets virtualization religion, builds edition of Java virtual machine that runs on VMware's hypervisor.

On the other hand, the javaw.exe executable can run Java programs without the console window or command prompt. It is mainly required for graphical user interface (GUI) based apps.

Have the class implement the CommandLineRunner interface. Add the interface's required run (String… args) method. Write your standalone Spring Boot console app code inside the run method of the class.