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Learn Java with Projects

A concise practical guide to learning everything a Java professional really needs to know

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited
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|May 2024
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Description

Refine your Java skills by seamlessly blending foundational core concepts with hands-on coding applications

Key Features

  • Gain a deep understanding of essential topics that will help you progress with Java
  • Learn by working on mini-projects to help reinforce the concepts you’ve learned
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of the core concepts of Java
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

Learn Java with Projects bridges the gap between introductory Java guides and verbose, theoretical references. This book is crafted to build a strong foundation in Java programming, starting from the Java environment itself. It goes far beyond a superficial review of the topics; it demonstrates, with practical examples, why these fundamentals are crucial for developing a deep understanding of the language.

You'll not only learn about classes and objects but also see how these concepts are used in practical scenarios, enhancing your ability to write clean, efficient code. The engaging projects throughout the book provide real-world applications of complex topics, ensuring you can connect theoretical knowledge with practical skills.

What makes this book stand out is the expertise of its authors. Seán, a seasoned university lecturer with over 20 years of experience, brings academic rigor and real-world insights, thanks to his work with a prestigious software company. Maaike, a passionate software developer and award-winning trainer, brings hands-on experience and a love for teaching.

By the end of this book, you'll not only understand Java's core concepts and the critical advanced ones, but also gain practical experience through projects that mimic real-life challenges.

What you will learn

  • Get to grips with Java fundamentals to build a strong programming foundation
  • Gain a deep understanding of the critical object-oriented principles: encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism
  • Apply real-world scenarios using classes, objects, and interfaces
  • Master exception handling for robust error management
  • Explore generics and collections to manage complex data structures
  • Utilize lambda expressions and streams for efficient data processing
  • Complete practical projects to reinforce theoretical knowledge

Who this book is for

This book is for anyone looking to learn the core concepts of Java. If you’re learning programming (and Java) for the first time or want to upskill to Java (with experience in a different language), then this book is for you. Prior knowledge of programming is helpful but not necessary.

Table of Contents

  1. Getting Started with Java
  2. Variables and Primitive Data Types
  3. Operators and Casting
  4. Conditional Statements
  5. Understanding Iteration
  6. Working with Arrays
  7. Methods
  8. Classes, Objects, and Enums
  9. Inheritance and Polymorphism
  10. Interfaces and Abstract Classes
  11. Dealing with Exceptions
  12. Java Core API
  13. Generics and Collections
  14. Lambda Expressions
  15. Streams - Fundamentals
  16. Streams: Advanced Concepts
  17. Concurrency
https://github.com/PacktPublishing/Learn-Java-with-Projects
PDF ISBN: 978-1-83763-855-0
Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited
Copyright owner: © 2023 Packt Publishing Limited
Publication date: 2024
Language: English
Pages: 598
Related subjects:
Computer sciences,
Programming and languages
BISAC subjects:
COM051280,
COM051010,
COM000000
Thema subjects:
UMX,
UB

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