JFace

JFace is a UI framework for building desktop applications in Java, built on top of the Standard Widget Toolkit (SWT). It provides higher-level abstractions and reusable components like viewers, actions, and dialogs to simplify the development of rich client applications. It is commonly used in Eclipse-based tools and other Java desktop software.

Also known as: JFace Framework, Eclipse JFace, JFace UI, JFace Viewer, JFace Actions

Why learn JFace?

Developers should learn JFace when building complex, data-driven desktop applications in Java, especially for Eclipse plug-ins or tools requiring advanced UI features like tables, trees, and wizards. It reduces boilerplate code compared to raw SWT and offers better separation of concerns through its MVC-like patterns, making it ideal for enterprise or IDE development.

Learning Resources

• docs: Eclipse JFace Documentation
• tutorial: Vogella JFace Tutorial
• video: Eclipse RCP and JFace Tutorial on YouTube
• book: Eclipse Plug-ins Book (Includes JFace)