About the Introduction to Java Programming course
Java is one of the most widely used programming languages in the world. It is used to build many types of applications, and it is also used to write automated tests for software systems.
The Introduction to Java Programming course provides a structured introduction to core programming concepts using Java. The course focuses on fundamental constructs such as variables, expressions, control flow, and methods.
No prior programming experience is required. The course is intended for delegates who need a practical understanding of programming principles and basic Java program structure.
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Intended audience
This course is useful if:- You want to gain the skills needed to begin developing applications using the Java programming language.
- You want to learn how to write simple automated scripts and tests for Java applications.
- You want to develop a practical understanding of programming concepts and how software is created.
Prerequisites
- You should be familiar with working with files and folders.
- You should be able to use a basic text editor.
- You should be comfortable with basic arithmetic and comparisons.
Course details
Price: R12,900 excluding VAT per delegate.
Included:
- Electronic course material.
- Attendance certificate (PDF).
Duration: 4 days.
Delivery: Virtual classroom
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Note: this course is presented on request only.
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Booking information
Email your booking to info@incusdata.com. A purchase order, or completed enrolment form is sufficient.
We will confirm the booking and issue an invoice.
Course contents
Introduction
- Goals, expectations and mindset.
- Thinking like a programmer.
- Why programming languages are needed.
- Choosing a programming language.
- Why Java is widely used.
- Compilers, interpreters and development tools.
Data representation
- Internal representation of data.
- Binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal numbering systems.
- ASCII and Unicode character encoding.
Getting started
- The Java virtual machine.
- Using IDEs and the command line.
- Compiling and running a simple Java program.
- Using the documentation.
- Java playgrounds.
Basic Java syntax
- Case sensitivity and whitespace.
- Statement syntax and blocks.
- Identifiers.
- Comments.
- Program structure.
Data types and variables
- Creating and using variables.
- Creating and using constants.
- Numeric data types and literals.
- Boolean data type and literals.
- String data type and literals.
- Data conversion
Java expressions and operators
- Assignment operators.
- Comparison operators.
- Logical operators and the truth tables.
- Arithmetic operators.
- String concatenation operator.
- Operator precedence.
Control structures
- Conditional statements.
- Iterative statements.
- Nesting control statements.
Introduction to objects
- Object-oriented programming concepts.
- Classes and objects.
- Fields and methods.
- Creating and using objects.
Methods
- Defining and calling methods.
- Method parameters and return values.
- Organising code using methods.
Testing and debugging
- Common sources of programming errors.
- Debugging techniques.
- Error handling basics
- Introduction to testing and automated tests.