# Prepare your work environment

Learn how to configure your environment for the TypeScript and Java SDK.

**Learning objectives**

After completing this module, you should be able to:

- Install and set up the TypeScript and Java SDK.
- Make your first API request to commercetools using one of the SDKs.

**Agenda**

1. [SDK setup process](/learning-developer-essentials/prepare-your-work-environment/sdk-setup-process.md)
2. [Set up the TypeScript SDK](/learning-developer-essentials/prepare-your-work-environment/set-up-the-typescript-sdk.md)
3. [Set up the Java SDK](/learning-developer-essentials/prepare-your-work-environment/set-up-the-java-sdk.md)

**Prerequisites**

- A commercetools Project. You can [sign up for a free trial](/api/getting-started/initial-setup.md) using the Merchant Center.
- Experience with TypeScript or Java.

**Audience**

- Functional architects or system analysts
- Technical project leads
- Technical management
- Backend and frontend developers

## Related pages

- [Area overview page with navigation](/learning-developer-essentials.md)
- [Next page: SDK setup process](/learning-developer-essentials/prepare-your-work-environment/sdk-setup-process.md)