The The Java Workshop

The The Java Workshop

Get to grips with the fundamentals of Java programming and learn to build useful applications with the help of real-world examples and engaging practical activities Key FeaturesBuild a solid foundation in Java and focus on developing real-world applicationsImplement the fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming in your codeWork with external data storage systems and learn how to efficiently handle dataBook Description Java is a versatile, popular programming language used across a wide range of industries. Learning how to write effective Java code can take your career to the next level, and The Java Workshop will help you do just that. This book is designed to take the pain out of Java coding and teach you everything you need to know to be productive in building real-world software. The Workshop starts by showing you how to use classes, methods, and the built-in Collections API to manipulate data structures effortlessly. You'll dive right into learning about object-oriented programming by creating classes and interfaces and making use of inheritance and polymorphism. After learning how to handle exceptions, you'll study the modules, packages, and libraries that help you organize your code. As you progress, you'll discover how to connect to external databases and web servers, work with regular expressions, and write unit tests to validate your code. You'll also be introduced to functional programming and see how to implement it using lambda functions. By the end of this Workshop, you'll be well-versed with key Java concepts and have the knowledge and confidence to tackle your own ambitious projects with Java. What you will learnWrite clean, well-commented Java code that's easy to maintainDebug logical errors and handle exceptions in your Java programsImplement object-oriented and functional programming paradigmsUse regular expressions to search for information in text dataWork with information stored in databases using JDBCMake HTTP requests from Java applications and parse the response dataSecure your data with cryptography and encryptionWrite unit tests to validate your code with JUnitWho this book is for This Java coding book is designed for anyone who is new to Java. Whether you're an aspiring software developer, or are just curious about learning to code, then this book will get you on the right track. No prior programming experience is required.

The the Java Workshop

Cut through the noise and get real results with a step-by-step approach to learning Java programming Key Features Ideal for the Java beginner who is getting started for the first time A step-by-step Java tutorial with exercises and activities that help build key skills Structured to let you progress at your own pace, on your own terms Use your physical copy to redeem free access to the online interactive edition Book Description You already know you want to learn Java, and a smarter way to learn Java 12 is to learn by doing. The Java Workshop focuses on building up your practical skills so that you can develop high-performance Java applications that work flawlessly within the JVM across web, mobile and desktop. You'll learn from real examples that lead to real results. Throughout The Java Workshop, you'll take an engaging step-by-step approach to understanding Java. You won't have to sit through any unnecessary theory. If you're short on time you can jump into a single exercise each day or spend an entire weekend learning about Reactive programming and Unit testing. It's your choice. Learning on your terms, you'll build up and reinforce key skills in a way that feels rewarding. Every physical copy of The Java Workshop unlocks access to the interactive edition. With videos detailing all exercises and activities, you'll always have a guided solution. You can also benchmark yourself against assessments, track progress, and receive free content updates. You'll even earn a secure credential that you can share and verify online upon completion. It's a premium learning experience that's included with your printed copy. To redeem, follow the instructions located at the start of your Java book. Fast-paced and direct, The Java Workshop is the ideal companion for Java beginners. You'll build and iterate on your code like a software developer, learning along the way. This process means that you'll find that your new skills stick, embedded as best practice. A solid foundation for the years ahead. What you will learn Get to grips with fundamental concepts and conventions of Java 12 Write clean and well-commented code that's easy to maintain Debug and compile logical errors and handle exceptions in your programs Understand how to work with Java APIs and Java streams Learn how to use third-party libraries and software development kits (SDKs) Discover how you can work with information stored in databases Understand how you can keep data secure with cryptography and encryption Learn how to keep your development process bug-free with unit testing in Java Who this book is for Our goal at Packt is to help you be successful, in whatever it is you choose to do. The Java Workshop is an ideal Java tutorial for the Java beginner who is just getting started. Pick up a Workshop today, and let Packt help you develop skills that stick with you for life.

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