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Java remains one of the most in-demand programming languages in the world, powering everything from enterprise backends to Android applications. This specialization teaches you core Java fundamentals, advanced concurrency, database integration, and testing, all the way to enterprise application development with Spring Boot 3, REST APIs, security, and microservices architecture.
Each concept is reinforced through step-by-step coding demonstrations that you can follow along on your own setup, pause, replicate, and practice at your own pace.
By the end of this specialization, you will be able to:
• Write clean, modern Java 17 programs using OOP principles and collections.
• Build concurrent applications and integrate databases with JDBC.
• Develop REST APIs with Spring Boot 3, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security.
• Design microservices architectures and deploy with Docker and CI/CD.
This specialization is designed for a diverse audience: Aspiring Java Developers, Career Changers transitioning from other languages to Java, Computer Science Students, , and Working Professionals who need to add Java and Spring Boot to their skillset.
Basic programming knowledge in any language is recommended. No prior Java or Spring experience is required.
Build the complete Java development skillset from fundamentals through enterprise microservices and prepare for the Java backend roles that organizations are actively hiring for.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Java Programming Essentials
- Course 2: Advanced Java Concepts
- Course 3: Java Microservices with Spring Boot
Courses
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Welcome to Advanced Java Concepts, a practical course designed to help you build modern, scalable, and database-driven Java applications using industry-relevant development practices. This course explores advanced Java programming concepts including functional programming, multithreading, database connectivity using JDBC, software design principles, and automated testing. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Use Java Streams and lambda expressions to write concise and functional-style code -Develop multithreaded Java applications and implement thread-safe programming techniques -Apply synchronization, locks, and thread pools to manage concurrent execution -Connect Java applications to relational databases using JDBC -Perform CRUD operations using prepared statements and transactions -Apply SOLID design principles and implement common design patterns -Refactor Java code to improve maintainability and scalability -Write automated unit tests using JUnit -Manage dependencies and build Java projects using Maven Through guided coding demonstrations and hands-on exercises, you will practice implementing functional programming constructs, managing concurrent threads, connecting applications to databases, and writing automated tests. These activities focus on applying modern Java development practices that are widely used in real-world software systems. This course is designed for learners who already understand basic Java programming and want to move toward professional-level development. It is ideal for computer science students, aspiring backend developers, and software engineers who want to strengthen their knowledge of concurrency, database integration, and modern Java development tools. Basic familiarity with Java syntax and object-oriented programming is recommended.
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Welcome to Java Microservices with Spring Boot, an industry-focused course designed to help you build scalable, secure, and production-ready backend applications using modern Java technologies. This course covers Spring Boot fundamentals, REST API development, database integration with JPA, microservices architecture, API security using JWT, and application deployment using Docker. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Build robust REST APIs using Spring Boot -Design and implement database-driven applications using JPA and Hibernate -Validate and handle API requests effectively using best practices -Design scalable systems using microservices architecture -Implement secure authentication and authorization using JWT -Manage service-to-service communication in distributed systems -Containerize and deploy applications using Docker -Build a complete real-world project Through guided hands-on demos and practical exercises, you will create RESTful services, integrate databases, implement validation and exception handling, secure APIs, and design microservices-based systems. You will also deploy your application using Docker and follow industry-relevant practices used in real-world backend development. This course is ideal for intermediate Java learners, computer science students, and developers who want to transition into backend or full-stack roles. A basic understanding of Java and object-oriented programming is recommended to get the most out of this course.
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Welcome to Java Programming Essentials, a foundational course designed to introduce you to the core principles of Java programming and object-oriented development in modern software environments. This course covers Java fundamentals, program structure, data types, control flow, methods, object-oriented programming concepts, collections, exception handling, and JVM memory basics. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Explain how Java programs are structured and executed -Write clean and well-structured Java programs using modern syntax -Apply object-oriented principles such as encapsulation, inheritance, abstraction, and polymorphism -Use Java Collections like List, Set, and Map effectively -Implement structured exception handling for robust applications -Describe stack and heap memory behavior in Java -Build and refine a small console-based Java application Through guided coding demos and practical exercises, you will write Java programs from scratch, implement object-oriented designs, work with collections, handle runtime errors, and refactor code using best practices. These activities help bridge the gap between programming theory and real-world application development. This is a beginner-friendly course for aspiring Java developers, computer science students, and professionals transitioning into software development. No prior Java experience is required; basic logical reasoning and familiarity with programming concepts are sufficient.
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