I have successfully compiled RC1 (31 min) and created the minimal Hello World. Then compiled VC3 (26 min) and when it started it wanted either nb-javac installed or have me switch to Java 9. I installed nb-javac and my Hello World worked. I have 46 sample programs that I use in my Fall desktop course, all Maven based, that I will try out.
I have one comment concerning the splash screen. The text is far too small. It should be at least 3x larger. Show it on a HiDPI (4K) display and the text will disappear. This brings up the possible need for two splash images. One for up to 2K displays and one for greater than 2K. Ken
