Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in Java

Overview

Learn key object-oriented programming concepts, from basic classes and objects to advanced topics like inheritance and polymorphism.

This course introduces object-oriented programming (OOP) using Java, a widely used language across various industries. It covers fundamental OOP concepts such as classes, objects, methods, and constructors and progresses to advanced topics like access modifiers, encapsulation, inheritance, interfaces, and polymorphism. By the end of the course, you will gain the skills to write clean, reusable, and maintainable code using OOP principles in Java.

Syllabus

Object-oriented programming (OOP) in Java

Explore the fundamentals of object-oriented programming (OOP) in Java, focusing on the distinctions between primitive data types and objects. Learn to define and create classes and objects and understand the critical components of classes, such as fields, constructors, and methods.

Implementing OOP in Java

Deep dive into object-oriented programming by exploring key concepts such as encapsulation, inheritance, abstraction, and interfaces. Learn how to control access to class members, extend class functionality, and define abstract concepts and contracts that ensure consistency across implementations.

Reviewing OOP implementations

Enhance your understanding of OOP by exploring advanced concepts like polymorphism. Learn the different types of polymorphism, from method overriding to overloading. Examine Java lists' structure and implementation and discover how polymorphism, interfaces, inheritance, and abstract classes facilitate code reuse and extensibility in real-world programs.