Comprehensive Java Programming: Building robust applications using core and advanced Java concepts

Java is a cornerstone in software development, powering diverse applications from mobile to enterprise. This book is your comprehensive guide to understand Java, takes you from foundational concepts to advanced web development, equipping you to build robust applications.

This guide systematically progresses through core Java principles: tokens, syntax, OOP, exception handling, I/O, and multithreading. You will build practical skills in GUI development with Swing components and event handling, including adapter classes. Database connectivity using JDBC, including statement types and result sets, and advanced networking are thoroughly covered. The book transitions to web development, exploring Servlets, JSP, and modern frameworks like JSF, Spring MVC, Hibernate, and Struts.

By completing this book, you will gain a strong command of Java, capable of developing diverse applications from desktop GUIs to complex web systems, and you will be well-prepared to tackle real-world Java development challenges, emphasizing clean coding and efficient problem-solving.

What you will learn

● Learn basic concepts step-by-step with practical examples and real-world coding scenarios.

● Develop GUI-based applications using Swing and advanced event handling.

● Master database integration with JDBC for efficient data management.

● Design dynamic web applications with Servlets, JSP, and JSF frameworks.

● Implement scalable Java web frameworks like Spring, Struts, and Hibernate at the persistence layer.

● Apply best practices for clean coding and effective problem-solving.

Who this book is for

This book is designed for students, beginners, and professionals eager to learn Java from scratch or enhance their existing skills. A basic understanding of programming concepts and logical thinking will be beneficial but is not mandatory, as the book covers fundamentals comprehensively.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Java Programming

2. Flow Control and Arrays

3. Building Classes

4. Inheriting Behavior

5. Interface Abstraction and Packaging

6. Exception Handling

7. Input/Output Operations

8. Concurrent Programming

9. Swing GUI Fundamentals

10. Database Connectivity with JDBC

11. Advanced Networking in Java

12. Web Component Development with Servlets

13. Dynamic Web Content with JSP

14. Modern Web Development with JSF

15. Java Beans and Web Frameworks