When working with a game development framework in Java, it’s important to properly set the PATH and CLASSPATH environment variables. These variables ensure that the Java compiler and runtime environment can locate the necessary libraries and dependencies.

Setting the Java PATH

The PATH environment variable tells the operating system where to find executable files. To set the Java PATH, follow these steps:

1. Locate the installation directory of your Java Development Kit (JDK).
2. Open the command prompt or terminal, depending on your operating system.

3. Enter the following command to set the PATH variable:

   export PATH="/path/to/jdk/bin:$PATH"
   

   Replace /path/to/jdk with the actual path to your JDK installation directory.

4. Verify the PATH variable by running the following command:

   java -version
   

   This should display the version of Java installed on your system.

Setting the Java CLASSPATH

The CLASSPATH environment variable tells the Java compiler and runtime environment where to find the class files and libraries required by your game development framework. To set the CLASSPATH, follow these steps:

1. Determine the location of the library files or jar files required by your game development framework.
2. Open the command prompt or terminal, depending on your operating system.

3. Enter the following command to set the CLASSPATH variable:

   export CLASSPATH="/path/to/library.jar:/path/to/framework.jar:$CLASSPATH"
   

   Replace /path/to/library.jar and /path/to/framework.jar with the actual paths to the required library and framework files.

4. Verify the CLASSPATH variable by running the following command:

   java -classpath $CLASSPATH com.example.Game
   

   Replace com.example.Game with the main class of your game. This command should successfully execute your game without any classpath-related errors.

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