Java Masterclass for Software Developers

Gain insights into Java fundamentals, conditional and loop statements, and operations on arrays. Learn about debugging and creating your initial programs to advance as a proficient Java developer.

Beginner

164 Lessons

24h

Certificate of Completion

Gain insights into Java fundamentals, conditional and loop statements, and operations on arrays. Learn about debugging and creating your initial programs to advance as a proficient Java developer.

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This course includes

329 Playgrounds

21 Challenges

223 Quizzes

This course includes

329 Playgrounds

21 Challenges

223 Quizzes

Course Overview

In this course, you will learn the beginning concepts of Java and work your way up to more advanced techniques. To kick things off, you will get hands-on practice with the fundamentals of Java including: variables, constants, arithmetic operations, and how to debug simple programs. As you work your way through the course, you will take what you have learned and apply it to more advanced topics like conditional statements, loop statements, and how to perform operations on arrays. After completing this...Show More

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Java

Programming Language

What You'll Learn

After completing this course, you will be able to • Write simple Java programs that involve decisions, repetition, and arrays of data • Specify Java classes and their methods, while designing a solution to a given problem • Think critically about the problem-solving and programming concepts presented • Further your study of Java by completing intermediate and advanced courses

What You'll Learn

Course Content

A First Look at Java

Learn the fundamentals of Java programming, including data types, variables, and input handling.

Introduction: A First Look at Java The Programming Language Java

A Simple Java Program Comments Data Types Variables Constants Simple Input from the Keyboard A Problem Solved: Apples by the Box Writing, Compiling, and Running a Java Program Summary: A First Look at Java Practice Challenges for Fun

Arithmetic Expressions

Unpack the core of Java arithmetic expressions, including operators, type conversions, and mathematical methods.

Introduction: Arithmetic Expressions Arithmetic Operators Conversions between Numeric Data Types A Problem Partially Solved: Day of the Week Standard Mathematical Methods A Problem Solved: Wind Chill Summary: Arithmetic Expressions Practice Challenges for Fun

Debugging Interlude—The Errors Programmers Make

Examine the types of programming errors, from compile-time to execution-time, and debugging methods.

Introduction: Debugging Interlude—the Errors Programmers Make Kinds of Errors Compile-Time Errors More Compile-Time Errors Execution-Time Errors Summary: Debugging Interlude—the Errors Programmers Make Practice Challenges for Fun

Using Classes and Objects

Grasp the fundamentals of using Java classes, objects, and core standard libraries.

Introduction: Using Classes and Objects Terminology: Classes and Objects The Class String Methods of the Class String Strings and the Class Scanner A Problem Solved: Processing a String The Class LocalTime The Class BigDecimal Wrapper Classes The Class Random The Class DecimalFormat Summary: Using Classes and Objects Practice Challenges for Fun

Class Definitions—The Fundamentals

Map out the steps for understanding and implementing Java class definitions and constructors.

Introduction: Class Definitions—the Fundamentals

Using a Class Beginning a Class Definition Defining Constructors Defining a Class’s Methods Local Variables Designing a New Class Implementing a New Class Passing Arguments A Problem Solved: Comparing Classes of Squares Summary: Class Definitions—the Fundamentals Practice Challenges for Fun

Debugging Interlude—Common Mistakes with Classes

8 Lessons

Tackle common class-related errors, improve debugging skills, and ensure correct object initialization.

Decisions

10 Lessons

Build on decision-making in Java, encompassing if statements, comparisons, boolean expressions, and assertions.

Class Definitions—More Details

10 Lessons

Learn how to use advanced class definitions, Boolean methods, private methods, enumerations, and constructors.

Multiway Decisions

10 Lessons

Explore multiway decisions using nested if and switch statements for efficient decision-making.

10.

Debugging Interlude—Avoiding Mistakes; Finding Mistakes

6 Lessons

Master the steps to avoid and find mistakes in Java through effective debugging and testing.

11.

Repetition

12 Lessons

Break down complex ideas about Java loops, their logic, common errors, and practical applications.

12.

Repetition Continued

7 Lessons

Dig into loop control in Java, focusing on for loops, do loops, and practical examples.

13.

Debugging Interlude—Debugging Loops

6 Lessons

Simplify complex topics on effective loop debugging using testing, tracing, and debugging tools.

14.

Arrays

17 Lessons

Master the essentials of arrays in Java, including declaration, manipulation, and optimization techniques.

15.

An Array-Based Data Structure

13 Lessons

Learn how to use array-based structures for efficient collection management in Java.

16.

Debugging Interlude—Debugging Arrays

5 Lessons

Unpack the core of debugging arrays in Java, focusing on allocation, indexing, and preventing data corruption.

17.

Glossary

1 Lesson

Explore the comprehensive glossary for foundational concepts and constructs in Java programming.

18.

Appendixes

6 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of computing, Java reserved words, Unicode, programming styles, and post-course development tools.

19.

1 Lesson

Take a look at the copyright protection and licensing for course content and Java code.

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