- Computer Programming
- Java Programming
- Web Development
- Java Database Connectivity (JDBC)
- Java Class Library
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Crt0
- Recursively Enumerable Set
- Java Compiler
- Javac
- Iterator
- Linearity
Core Java Specialization
Learn the Skills Needed to be a Java Programmer. Quickly master the Java programming language and the packages that constitute its rich set of core libraries.
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What you will learn
Learn the basic syntax and functions of the Java programming language
Apply object-oriented programming techniques to building classes, creating objects, and understanding how solutions are packaged in Java.
Learn how to implement inheritance and polymorphism in Java.
Use selected parts of the vast Java SE class library to enhance your Java programming techniques.
Skills you will gain
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Applied Learning Project
Throughout the specialization, you will complete hands-on labs to gain experience following the lessons taught in this course. You will learn to use the Eclipse environment to create Java projects to work in. You will use these projects to help develop skills in working with Java data types, and control of the flow of your programs, objects, methods, classes and interfaces. Skills that you will practice in these projects will help you in implementing polymorphism, including calculator (math) functions, and an inventory project.
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Hands-on Project
Every Specialization includes a hands-on project. You'll need to successfully finish the project(s) to complete the Specialization and earn your certificate. If the Specialization includes a separate course for the hands-on project, you'll need to finish each of the other courses before you can start it.
Earn a Certificate
When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

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