Call/Link to External Interpreter

Greetings all,

I am building module that implements a new language. I am having trouble finding information on how to "call" an external interpreter from NetBeans or configure a path in a similar manner that a user points NetBeans to a C++ compiler or PHP engine.

Essentially, when the user clicks the "Run Project" button, I want the external interpreter to be called and passed the code from the editor. It will be assumed that the user already has the interpreter installed prior to executing their code form NetBeans. Any guidance on what API's to start with or suggested search strings appreciated.

Respectfully,

Steve