> What Java framework(Swing, FX etc) would you recommend for a desktop Java app?
Up to you. Swing is old faithful. JavaFX will result in something that is "cooler" and more modern. Both are supported. If you select "JavaFX" in JRE requirements, it will automatically use a VM with JavaFX to run your app so there's no penalty in app size for using JavaFX.
If you are looking to target mobile, and also want to deploy to Desktop, you might want to check out Codename One. (Full disclosure: I work there).
JavaFX and Swing aren't the only games in town either. jDeploy is part of my desire to make Java a more compelling choice for desktop app development. I still think it is too complex and overwhelming for new comers who just want to make a desktop app. I have some thoughts on how to simplify this, but I'll save that for another thread.
Up to you. Swing is old faithful. JavaFX will result in something that is "cooler" and more modern. Both are supported. If you select "JavaFX" in JRE requirements, it will automatically use a VM with JavaFX to run your app so there's no penalty in app size for using JavaFX.
If you are looking to target mobile, and also want to deploy to Desktop, you might want to check out Codename One. (Full disclosure: I work there).
JavaFX and Swing aren't the only games in town either. jDeploy is part of my desire to make Java a more compelling choice for desktop app development. I still think it is too complex and overwhelming for new comers who just want to make a desktop app. I have some thoughts on how to simplify this, but I'll save that for another thread.