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Learn Java with Projects

By : Dr. Seán Kennedy, Maaike van Putten
5 (3)
Book Image

Learn Java with Projects

5 (3)
By: Dr. Seán Kennedy, Maaike van Putten

Overview of this book

Learn Java with Projects stands out in the world of Java guides; while some books skim the surface and others get lost in too much detail, this one finds a nice middle ground. You’ll begin by exploring the fundamentals of Java, from its primitive data types through to loops and arrays. Next, you’ll move on to object-oriented programming (OOP), where you’ll get to grips with key topics such as classes, objects, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, interfaces, and more. The chapters are designed in a way that focuses on topics that really matter in real-life work situations. No extra fluff here, so that you get more time to spend on the basics and form a solid foundation. As you make progress, you’ll learn advanced topics including generics, collections, lambda expressions, streams and concurrency. This book doesn't just talk about theory—it shows you how things work with little projects, which eventually add up to one big project that brings it all together. By the end of this Java book, you’ll have sound practical knowledge of Java and a helpful guide to walk you through the important parts of Java.
Table of Contents (22 chapters)
1
Part 1: Java Fundamentals
9
Part 2: Object-Oriented Programming
15
Part 3: Advanced Topics

Getting Started with Java

Welcome to the exciting world of Java! Java is a very popular programming language. It is a multipurpose, powerful, and popular programming language that has been used by millions of developers worldwide to create a wide variety of applications. And yes, it really is multipurpose since it can be used to create all sorts of applications, from web and mobile apps to game development and beyond.

So, you’ve done a great job choosing a (new) language. We’re going to take you on a (hopefully) fascinating journey that will provide you with valuable skills and open new opportunities in the ever-evolving field of technology.

What are we waiting for? In this chapter, we’re going to cover the following main topics:

  • Java features
  • Installing Java
  • Compiling and running Java programs
  • Working with an integrated development environment (IDE)
  • Creating and running a program with an IDE