What Is Programming? And How To Get Started
January 28, 2025
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This course is designed for beginners as well as experienced developers looking to refresh their Java skills.
Recommended experience
Beginner level
This course is designed for beginners as well as experienced developers looking to refresh their Java skills.
Recall the steps to install and set up Java Development Kit (JDK) and Eclipse IDE.
Explore how to write and execute basic Java programs.
Implement the use of special Java classes and new Java 10 features in programs.
Examine the use of arrays, lists, sets, and maps in Java and determine their appropriate applications.
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This course starts with an introduction to Java, guiding you through the installation of the Java Development Kit (JDK) and Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE). You'll write your first Java program and explore primitive data types and operators. Moving forward, you'll learn about conditional statements and loops, solidifying your understanding with hands-on exercises.
Next, you'll delve into string operations and object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts. You'll understand classes, objects, methods, and method overloading, along with access specifiers and constructors. The course emphasizes hands-on practice with exercises on class and object manipulation, ensuring you grasp data encapsulation, static keywords, and the main method. Finally, the course covers special Java classes, new features in Java 10, and advanced topics like inheritance, abstraction, and polymorphism. You'll work with arrays, lists, sets, and maps, enhancing your knowledge through practical exercises. This comprehensive approach prepares you to handle real-world Java programming challenges with confidence. Designed for beginners with no prior programming experience and experienced developers looking to refresh their Java skills, the course only requires a basic understanding of computers.
In this module, we will cover the foundational concepts of Java programming. You will learn how to set up your development environment, write your first Java program, and understand primitive data types, operators, conditional statements, and loops. By the end of this module, you will have a solid grasp of basic Java syntax and programming constructs.
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In this module, we will explore the various operations you can perform on strings in Java. You'll learn how to handle basic string operations, compare strings, search within strings, slice and replace parts of strings, and convert strings to other data types. This module will enhance your ability to manipulate textual data efficiently.
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In this module, we will delve into object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts. You will understand what classes and objects are, how to use methods and constructors, and the importance of data encapsulation. We'll also cover method overloading, access specifiers, and provide hands-on exercises to solidify your understanding of OOP in Java.
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In this module, we will introduce you to several special and useful classes in Java. You will learn how to use the Math class for mathematical operations, the StringBuilder class for efficient string manipulation, and the Scanner class for input handling. We'll also cover the Random and UUID classes to generate random numbers and unique identifiers.
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In this module, we will explore the new features introduced in Java 10. You'll learn about the var keyword, which simplifies variable declarations, and understand the updates made to the Garbage Collector. We will also discuss other significant enhancements in Java 10 to keep your knowledge current with the latest developments.
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In this module, we will cover advanced object-oriented concepts such as inheritance, method overriding, and polymorphism. You'll learn how to use the super keyword, superclass constructors, and protected access specifiers. Additionally, we'll delve into abstraction and interfaces, providing you with the skills to design flexible and maintainable Java applications.
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In this module, we will focus on arrays in Java. You'll learn what arrays are, how to create and use array objects, and iterate over arrays using enhanced for loops. We'll also cover two-dimensional arrays and provide hands-on exercises to help you manipulate arrays effectively in your programs.
7 videos
In this module, we will explore the List interface in Java, focusing on ArrayList and LinkedList implementations. You'll learn how to create and use these lists, understand their structures, and the differences between them. We will also introduce list iterators to help you traverse and manipulate lists efficiently.
5 videos
In this module, we will cover the Set and Map interfaces in Java. You'll learn about different Set implementations, including HashSet, LinkedHashSet, and TreeSet, and how to iterate over them. We'll also explore HashMap and TreeMap, providing you with the knowledge to work with key-value pairs and iterate over maps efficiently.
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