Getting Started with Programming in Java 11
This course provides you with everything you need to know to get started programming in Java and serves as a strong foundation for all Java-based development environments including client-based, server-side, Android, and big data platforms.
What you'll learn
Java is one of the most popular and widely-used programming languages in the world. It is supported by billions of devices. Whether you are interested in client-based, server-side, Android, or big data development, understanding how to program in Java is a critical part of being successful. In this course, Getting Started with Programming in Java 11, you will learn everything you need to know to get started developing applications using the Java programming language. First, you will learn how to create an application, structure statements, declare variables, use primitive types, and provide application control flow. Next, you will explore how to work with more sophisticated language elements such as arrays, methods, and parameters. Finally, you will discover how to accept command-line arguments, interact with the user, and work with rich data types such as strings and dates. When you are finished with this course, you will have the foundational knowledge of the Java programming language that will enable you to become a successful Java programmer.
Table of contents
- Introduction 1m
- Conditional Logic and Relational Operators 4m
- If-else Statement 3m
- Creating the CalcEngine Project 3m
- Logical Operators 5m
- Logical vs. Conditional 3m
- Block Statements 5m
- Using Block Statements in CalcEngine 4m
- Switch Statement 3m
- Using Switch Statement and Conditional Assignment 3m
- Summary 3m
About the author
Jim Wilson is president of JW Hedgehog, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in solutions for the Android, iOS, and Microsoft platforms. Jim has over 30 years of software engineering experience, with the past 15 years heavily focused on creating mobile device and location-based solutions. He has co-founded multiple software-related startups and has served in a consulting role at several more. After nearly a decade as a Microsoft Device Application Development MVP, Jim now focuses on developing A... more
