Welcome to the Java Tutorial! Java is a versatile, object-oriented programming language widely used for building desktop, web, and mobile applications. Let's dive into the essentials:
📚 Table of Contents
- Introduction to Java
- Basic Syntax
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Common Libraries & Tools
- Advanced Topics
- Learning Resources
🧠 Introduction to Java
Java was created by Sun Microsystems in 1995 and is now owned by Oracle. It's known for its portability (write once, run anywhere) and security features.
💻 Basic Syntax
- Use
public static void main(String[] args)
for the entry point - Variables declared with
int
,double
,String
, etc. - Control structures:
if
,else
,for
,while
,switch
🧩 Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Java supports OOP principles like:
- Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods
- Inheritance: Extending classes
- Polymorphism: Method overriding
- Abstraction: Interfaces and abstract classes
🧪 Common Libraries & Tools
- Java Standard Library:
java.util
,java.io
,java.net
- IDEs: IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, VS Code
- Build Tools: Maven, Gradle
🌐 Advanced Topics
Explore:
- Java 17+ features (records, sealed classes)
- Multithreading & concurrency
- JavaFX for GUI development
- Spring Framework for enterprise apps
📚 Learning Resources
- Java Tutorial - Advanced Concepts for deeper dives
- Java Documentation by Oracle
- Java Interview Guide for preparation