Installing SQL Developer on MacOS and Required JDK

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Downloading SQL Developer

To download Oracle SQL Developer for Mac, go to the Oracle Technology Network website and navigate to the SQL Developer download page; Choose the Mac OS X download and save the file on your system. SQL Developer does not include an installation program, so you simply need to unzip the downloaded file to install it.

Ensure that you have a JDK installed on your Mac, as SQL Developer requires it to run. If you don’t have a JDK installed, you can download it from the Oracle website. SQL Developer supports both Oracle JDK 8 and 11.

After downloading the file, extract it to a location of your choice. To run SQL Developer, double-click the SQL Developer icon. If SQL Developer cannot find Java on your machine, it will prompt you for the path for a JDK home.

Oracle SQL Developer for MacOS

Oracle SQL Developer is a free graphical tool that allows you to work with Oracle databases. It is available for download for MacOS from the Oracle Technology Network. Once you download the software, you can unzip it and run it directly from the extracted folder. You do not need to install it.

With Oracle SQL Developer, you can connect to databases, browse database objects, run SQL statements and scripts, and edit and debug PL/SQL code. It also has features such as data modeling, reporting, and database administration.

It is important to note that Oracle SQL Developer for MacOS requires a Java Development Kit (JDK) to run. You can download the JDK from the Oracle website. SQL Developer supports Oracle JDK 8 and 11.

Additionally, you can customize Oracle SQL Developer for MacOS to fit your preferences. You can change the layout, theme, and font size, and you can also install extensions such as the Oracle APEX extension.

Overall, Oracle SQL Developer for MacOS is a powerful and versatile tool that can help you work with Oracle databases. With its user-friendly interface and extensive features, you can easily manage and develop your databases on your Mac.

Installing SQL Developer on MacOS

To install SQL Developer on MacOS, follow these steps⁚

  1. Unzip the package to a location of your choice on your Mac;
  2. Navigate to the unzipped folder and double-click on the “sqldeveloper.sh” file.
  3. If prompted, select “Open” to confirm that you want to open the file.
  4. The SQL Developer application will launch, and you can begin using it to connect to and manage your Oracle databases.

Once you have installed SQL Developer and a compatible JDK, you can customize the application to fit your preferences. You can change the layout, theme, and font size, and you can also install extensions such as the Oracle APEX extension.

In summary, installing SQL Developer on MacOS is a straightforward process that involves downloading the package, unzipping it, and launching the “sqldeveloper.sh” file. With SQL Developer, you can connect to Oracle databases, browse database objects, run SQL statements and scripts, and edit and debug PL/SQL code.

Installing Required JDK

Before installing SQL Developer on MacOS, it is important to ensure that you have the required Java Development Kit (JDK) installed. SQL Developer supports either Oracle JDK 8 or 11. Here are the steps to install the required JDK⁚

  1. Select the appropriate JDK version for your MacOS, either JDK 8 or 11.
  2. Click on the download button and save the JDK file to your Mac.
  3. Once the download is complete, double-click the JDK file to start the installation process.
  4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
  5. After the installation is complete, you can verify that the JDK is installed correctly by opening a terminal window and typing “java -version”. This should display the version of JDK installed on your Mac;

It is important to note that SQL Developer requires the JDK to be installed before it can be used. If the JDK is not installed, SQL Developer will prompt you to install it during the installation process.

In summary, installing the required JDK is an important step before installing SQL Developer on MacOS. Make sure to download the appropriate JDK version for your MacOS, either JDK 8 or 11, and follow the installation prompts to complete the process.

Downloading and Installing Oracle JDK 8 or 11

Before you can install SQL Developer, you need to have a Java Development Kit (JDK) installed on your Mac. SQL Developer supports Oracle JDK 8 or 11. Here are the steps to download and install the JDK⁚

  1. Accept the license agreement and choose the download that matches your Mac’s architecture (either x64 or ARM64).
  2. Save the JDK installer file to your computer.
  3. Double-click the JDK installer file to start the installation process.
  4. Follow the prompts in the installer to complete the installation.
  5. Once the installation is complete, you can verify that the JDK is installed correctly by opening a terminal window and typing “java -version”. This should display the version of JDK installed on your Mac.

It is important to note that SQL Developer requires the JDK to be installed before it can be used. If the JDK is not installed, SQL Developer will prompt you to install it during the installation process. Additionally, it is recommended to have the latest version of the JDK installed to ensure compatibility with SQL Developer.

In summary, downloading and installing the required JDK is an important step before installing SQL Developer on your Mac. Make sure to choose the appropriate version of the JDK (either 8 or 11) and follow the installation prompts to complete the process.

Setting JDK Path

After installing the JDK, you need to set the JDK path in order to run SQL Developer on your Mac. Here are the steps to set the JDK path⁚

  1. Open Terminal on your Mac.
  2. Type the following command to open the system preferences⁚ open /Applications/Utilities/Java Preferences.app
  3. In the Java Preferences window, click on the “Java” tab.
  4. Under the “Java Application Runtime Settings” section, click on the “View” button.
  5. In the “Java Application Runtime Settings” window, click on the “Add” button.
  6. In the “Add Java Runtime” window, click on the “Browse” button and navigate to the location where you installed the JDK.
  7. Select the JDK folder and click on the “Open” button.
  8. Click on the “Add” button to add the JDK to the list.
  9. Close the “Java Application Runtime Settings” window.
  10. Back in the Java Preferences window, select the JDK version that you want to use and click on the “Make Default” button.
  11. Close the Java Preferences window.

It is important to note that the path to the JDK may vary depending on the version and installation location. You can verify that the JDK path is set correctly by typing the following command in Terminal⁚ which java. This should display the path to the JDK.

In summary, setting the JDK path is an important step to run SQL Developer on your Mac. Make sure to follow the steps carefully and verify that the JDK path is set correctly.

Running SQL Developer

After installing SQL Developer and setting the JDK path, you are ready to run SQL Developer on your Mac. To run SQL Developer, double-click the SQL Developer icon in the application folder. If SQL Developer cannot be found, verify that the JDK path is set correctly.

When you first run SQL Developer, it may take a few moments to load. Once SQL Developer is running, you can connect to a database and start working with it. To connect to a database, click on the “+” button in the Connections pane and enter the necessary connection details.

It is important to note that SQL Developer requires a JDK to run. If you don’t have a JDK installed or if the JDK path is not set correctly, SQL Developer will not run. Make sure to follow the installation and configuration steps carefully to ensure that SQL Developer runs smoothly on your Mac.

Running SQL Developer on ARM M1/M2 Mac with Apple Silicon

Running SQL Developer on an ARM M1/M2 Mac with Apple Silicon is not straightforward, at least as of this writing; However, you can make it run like this⁚

  1. Install a Java Development Kit (JDK) for ARM-based Macs, such as the Azul Zulu JDK.
  2. Unzip the SQL Developer package and navigate to the sqldeveloper/bin directory.
  3. Create a shell script named sqldeveloper.sh and paste the following code into it⁚
export JAVA_HOME=/Library/Java/JavaVirtualMachines/zulu-11.jdk/Contents/Home
export PATH=$JAVA_HOME/bin:$PATH
sqldeveloper.sh

Replace “/Library/Java/JavaVirtualMachines/zulu-11.jdk/Contents/Home” with the actual path to your JDK installation.

  1. Make the shell script executable by running the following command⁚
chmod +x sqldeveloper.sh
  1. Run the shell script by double-clicking on it or by running the following command⁚
./sqldeveloper.sh

SQL Developer should now launch and run on your ARM-based Mac.

Note that these instructions may vary depending on your specific setup and the version of SQL Developer you are using. Always refer to the official documentation and support forums for the most up-to-date information.