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Java Java Basics Getting Started with Java Strings, Variables, and Formatting

Posted by Travis Nelson
Travis Nelson
424 Points

I'm using correct code but its not launching on the editor correctly

Using the correct code not getting the editor to display proper code. The preview of error also doesn't display error.

Name.java 
// I have setup a java.io.Console object for you named console
String firstName = "<YOUR NAME>";

console.printf("%s", firstName);

1 Answer

jacobproffer
jacobproffer
24,604 Points
jacobproffer
jacobproffer
24,604 Points

Hey Travis,

I believe you're overlooking the required line, " can code in Java!". 

console.printf("%s can code in Java!", firstName);
Travis Nelson
Travis Nelson
424 Points

Exactly, after I sent the question, then I realized the " went to the end of the sentence. Thanks for the fast response!