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Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in Java

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Overview

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

Object Oriented Programming with Java



Object-oriented programming (OOP) is one of the most common paradigms used in multiple industries and areas. Similarly, Java is one of the most used languages in several areas, from software development to data engineering. This course covers the fundamental concepts of OOP in Java, which allow clean, reusable, and maintainable software to be built.



Introduction to OOP in Java



The course starts by explaining OOP and why it is an essential paradigm in software development. We'll then review the structure of a Java program and how to create classes and objects using fields, methods, and constructors.



Implementing OOP in Java



After reviewing the basic Java and OOP knowledge, Chapter 2 will take you through more advanced concepts for implementing OOP in Java. ⁤⁤You'll explore access modifiers, encapsulation, inheritance, and interfaces— crucial concepts for creating structured and efficient code. The course also reviews implementations of built-in data types like Lists or Maps and advanced topics like polymorphism, ensuring a deep understanding of OOP in Java.



By the end of this course, you will have a broad understanding of OOP in Java, enabling you to write clean, reusable, and maintainable code.

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.

Taught by

Miller Andrés Trujillo Achury

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