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title: SBT (Scala Build Tool)
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title: sbt
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The Scala Build Tool, [SBT](https://www.scala-sbt.org/), is a popular build tool for Scala and Java projects.
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[`sbt`](https://www.scala-sbt.org/) is a popular build tool for Scala and Java projects.
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SBT is available for Windows, macOS, Linux and supports the Arm architecture.
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`sbt` supports the Arm architecture is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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## What should I consider before installing SBT on Arm?
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{{% notice Note %}}
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When the project was created, it was called *Simple Build Tool*, but quickly evolved to *sbt*. Some have incorrectly redefined it to *Scala Build Tool*, which does not reflect the fact that sbt works with Java-only projects.
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Before installing SBT, ensure you have Java installed on your system as SBT requires Java to run.
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It is now called *sbt* in all lowercase letters, which emphasises the fact that it is not an acronym.{{% /notice %}}
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Check the [Java install guide](/install-guides/java/) for more information.
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## What should I consider before installing sbt on Arm?
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Before installing `sbt`, ensure you have Java installed on your system as `sbt` requires Java to run.
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See the [Java install guide](/install-guides/java/) for more information.
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Confirm you are using an Arm machine by running:
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If you see a different result, you are not using an Arm computer running 64-bit Linux.
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## How do I install SBT for Ubuntu on Arm?
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## How do I install sbt for Ubuntu on Arm?
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SBT can be installed using the Ubuntu package manager.
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You can install `sbt` using the Ubuntu package manager.
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First, you'll need to add the SBT repository:
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First, you need to add the `sbt` repository:
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```bash
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sudo apt-get update
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curl -sL "https://keyserver.ubuntu.com/pks/lookup?op=get&search=0x99E82A75642AC823" | sudo apt-key add
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Next, install SBT:
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Next, install `sbt`:
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sudo apt-get update
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Confirm the SBT and Java installation by running the SBT version command:
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Run the `sbt` version command to confirm the `sbt` and Java installation:
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The version command also confirms you have a working Java.
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The version command also confirms you have a working Java setup.
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The version is printed and looks similar to:
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sbt script version: 1.10.7
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You are ready to use the Scala Build Tool, `sbt`.
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You are now ready to use `sbt`.

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