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Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts
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Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts

This course is part of Learn Selenium WebDriver with Java Specialization

Taught in English

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Instructor: Packt

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

Beginner level

Recommended experience

9 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • 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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Course

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Beginner level

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9 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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There are 9 modules in this course

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.

What's included

16 videos2 readings

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.

What's included

6 videos

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.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

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.

What's included

6 videos

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.

What's included

3 videos

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.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

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.

What's included

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.

What's included

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.

What's included

7 videos1 reading2 assignments

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