Java Mastery Roadmap
### 1. Introduction to Java
- What is Java? History and Features
- Why Learn Java? Real-World Applications
- Installing Java (JDK) and Setting Up an IDE (Eclipse, IntelliJ, VS Code)
- Writing Your First Java Program
### 2. Java Fundamentals
- Java Syntax and Structure
- Variables, Data Types, and Constants
- Operators (Arithmetic, Logical, Bitwise, etc.)
- Input/Output in Java
### 3. Control Flow Statements
- Conditional Statements (if-else, switch)
- Loops (for, while, do-while)
- Common Mistakes and Best Practices
### 4. Functions and Methods
- Defining and Calling Methods
- Method Overloading and Recursion
- Pass by Value in Java
### 5. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Java
- Classes and Objects
- Constructors and Destructors
- Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Abstraction
- Static and Final Keywords
### 6. Arrays and Strings
- One-Dimensional and Multi-Dimensional Arrays
- String Manipulation and Methods
- StringBuilder and StringBuffer
### 7. Exception Handling and Debugging
- Types of Exceptions
- Try-Catch Blocks and Exception Hierarchy
- Custom Exceptions and Best Practices
### 8. Collections Framework
- Lists, Sets, and Maps (ArrayList, HashSet, HashMap, etc.)
- Iterators and Streams
### 9. File Handling and I/O Streams
- Reading and Writing Files
- Serialization and Deserialization
### 10. Advanced Java Concepts
- Multithreading and Concurrency
- Lambda Expressions and Functional Programming
- Networking in Java (Sockets, HTTP Requests)
- JDBC and Database Connectivity
### 11. Java Frameworks & Real-World Applications
- Introduction to Spring and Hibernate
- Building Web Applications with Java
- APIs and Microservices in Java
### 12. Projects and Hands-on Practice
- Building Mini Projects
- Solving Competitive Coding Challenges
- Contributing to Open Source
### How We Will Learn
1. Concept Explanation - Detailed breakdown with real-world examples.
2. Hands-on Practice - Exercises for every topic.
3. Common Mistakes - Avoiding pitfalls and debugging tips.
4. Quizzes & Challenges - Reinforce concepts.
5. Mini-Projects - Apply knowledge to build real applications.
### Lesson 1: What is Java?
Java is a high-level, object-oriented, platform-independent programming language developed by
James Gosling at Sun Microsystems in 1995.
It is widely used for developing web applications, enterprise software, Android apps, and more.
### Key Features of Java:
- Platform Independence - Write Once, Run Anywhere (WORA)
- Object-Oriented - Uses classes and objects
- Robust & Secure - Has built-in security features
- Multithreading - Supports concurrent execution
- Garbage Collection - Automatic memory management
### Task:
- Research real-world applications of Java (Android apps, banking systems, etc.).
- Install JDK and an IDE (Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA).
