CS208
Foundations of Programming: Java
Faculty
Alexander Sergeev
Senior Software Developer at Flow Traders (ex Revolut, Yandex)
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Overview
The Foundations of Programming on Java is a comprehensive and hands-on educational program designed to equip learners with a solid understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of Java programming. This course caters to both beginners and intermediate learners, providing them with a structured curriculum that covers the essential concepts and techniques necessary to develop robust Java applications.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience and includes practical coding exercises and projects, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. Learners will familiarize themselves with Java's rich standard libraries and APIs, leveraging them to solve complex problems efficiently.
In addition to the core Java concepts, the course covers topics like exception handling, file I/O, Stream API, and multi-threading, enabling learners to develop robust, error-resistant, and multi-functional applications. Participants will also explore the principles of inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism, which are essential for building modular and scalable software.
Learning highlights
- Provide learners with an overview of the Java language, introducing essential concepts.
- Teach students how to create reusable code through methods and functions, emphasizing code modularity and maintainability. Familiarize learners with the principles of OOP
- Explore Java's rich standard libraries and APIs, enabling students to leverage existing code and functionalities to streamline application development.
Course outline
15 classes
Introduction to Java
What is Java, Hello World, Primitive types, Arrays and strings, Basic I/O, Conditionals, Loops, Getting to know IDE.
Basics of Object Oriented Programming
Classes, fields, constructors, methods, packages, access modifiers, abstract classes and interfaces.
Generics, Collections
Generics, Collections
Introduction to the Project
Introduction to the Project
Dependency Injection and Basic Object Oriented Design Patterns
Dependency Injection and Basic Object Oriented Design Patterns
Introduction to Exceptions, Exception Handling, Try-catch, Logging, Maven
Introduction to Exceptions, Exception Handling, Try-catch, Logging, Maven.
Mid-course Test and Intermediate Assessment of the Project
Mid-course Test and Intermediate Assessment of the Project
Functional Interfaces and Stream API
Functional Interfaces and Stream API
Access to the File System, Byte Stream
java.io.File, java.nio.Path, InputStream and OutputStream, Wrapper classes.
Java Memory Model and Multithreading
Java Memory Model and Multithreading
Under the Hood of Java Classes
JVM, Java bytecode, Garbage collection
Unit Testing, Debugging, and Test Driven Development
Unit Testing, Debugging, and Test Driven Development
Building CRUD API. Pair Programming Session (Mini Project)
Building CRUD API. Pair Programming Session (Mini Project)
Project Validation
Project Validation
Final Test and Project Review
Final Test and Project Review
Course materials
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Prerequisites
Understanding of programming concepts: while not mandatory, a basic understanding of programming concepts like variables, loops, and conditional statements can be helpful.
Logical thinking: the ability to think logically and break down problems into smaller, manageable steps is crucial for successful programming.
Enthusiasm to learn: the most important skill is the willingness and enthusiasm to learn and explore the world of Java programming.
Methodology
Curriculum design: the course begins with a well-structured curriculum that outlines the learning objectives, topics to be covered, and the logical progression of concepts. The curriculum is designed to build on foundational knowledge and gradually introduce more complex Java programming concepts.
Interactive lectures: the instructor delivers engaging and interactive lectures that explain the fundamental principles of Java programming.
Hands-on coding: practical programming exercises and coding projects are integrated throughout the course. Learners are encouraged to write and execute Java code to reinforce theoretical knowledge and gain hands-on experience in Java programming.
Collaborative learning: group activities and collaborative coding projects foster teamwork and communication skills. A project needs to be built by a small group of students.
Assessments: mid -and final- course assessments are conducted to evaluate learners' understanding of the material.
Grading
Alexander Sergeev is an accomplished Senior Software Developer based in the Netherlands, known for his exemplary career at esteemed tech companies like Flow Traders, Revolut, Yandex, and Netcracker and his strong educational background.
Alexander's journey in the tech industry began with a solid foundation in education. He attended the prestigious Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) in Russia, where he pursued a Master's degree in Computer Engineering. At MIPT, Alexander immersed himself in a rigorous academic curriculum, delving deep into computer science, software engineering principles, and cutting-edge technologies.
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Foundations of Programming: Java
by Alexander Sergeev
Total hours
45 Hours
Dates
Mar 11 - Mar 29, 2024
Fee for single course
€1500
Fee for degree students
€750
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