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Netbeans 6.1 is able to automatically assign a return value and create a variable for you. This is really convenient. To try it out do the following:

1. Type e.g. new java.util.Date();  (or new Date() with strg+space -> it will import it for you), or invoke an arbitrary method with a return value (e.g toString()).
2. Then go with the cursor to Date()  (or the method).
3. You should see a yellow bulb on the left. Either click on the bulb, or click alt+enter.
4. Netbeans should suggest you: "Assign Return Value To New Variable" just press Enter.
5. Netbeans will create a variable, derive the name and the type. The end result is:  Date date = new Date();