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Object Oriented Programming in Java

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Course Summary

Learn how to write object-oriented programs in Java, with practical examples and exercises. This course is perfect for beginners and those with some programming experience who want to learn how to write complex, reusable code.

Key Learning Points

Learn the basics of object-oriented programming in Java
Create complex, reusable code with encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism
Work on practical projects and exercises to apply your knowledge

Learning Outcomes

Understand the fundamentals of object-oriented programming in Java
Create complex, reusable code using encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism
Apply your knowledge to real-world projects and exercises

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of programming concepts
Access to a computer with Java installed

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced

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Welcome to our course on Object Oriented Programming in Java using data visualization. People come to this course with many different goals -- and we are really excited to work with all of you! Some of you want to be professional software developers, others want to improve your programming skills to implement that cool personal project that you’ve been thinking about, while others of you might not yet know why you’re here and are trying to figure out what this course is all about.

This is an intermediate Java course. We recommend this course to learners who have previous experience in software development or a background in computer science. Our goal is that by the end of this course each and every one of you feels empowered to create a Java program that’s more advanced than any you have created in the past and that is personally interesting to you. In achieving this goal you will also learn the fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming, how to leverage the power of existing libraries, how to build graphical user interfaces, and how to use some core algorithms for searching and sorting data. And this course is project-based, so we’ll dive right into the project immediately! We are excited to be offering a unique course structure, designed to support learners of different backgrounds in succeeding at their own pace. The first module explains how this will work and if this course is right for you. We also recommend taking a few minutes to explore the course site. A good place to start is the navigation bar on the left. Click Course Content to see what material we’ll cover each week, as well preview the assignments you’ll need to complete to pass the course. Click Discussions to see forums where you can discuss the course material with fellow students taking the class. Be sure to introduce yourself to everyone in the Meet and Greet forum. This course should take about 6 weeks to complete. You can check out the recommended course schedule below to see a quick overview of the lessons and assignments you’ll complete each week. We’re excited you’re here learning with us. Let’s get started!

Outline

Welcome and Project Overview: Visualizing Data
Course Opening Title
Welcome (Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond Specialization)
Welcome (Object Oriented Programming in Java Specialization)
Project prototype
Your Path through the Course
Concept Challenges: what and why?
In the Real World: Welcome from Google Engineers
Introduction: Classes and Objects
Core: Defining Classes and Creating Objects
When I Struggled: Objects
Core: Overloading Methods
Core: Public vs. Private
In the Real World: Public vs. Private access
A Customized Welcome to this Course
After completing this course, you will be able to...
Is this course right for me?
Up Next: A short survey
Project overview
Additional Resources and Support
By the end of this week you will be able to...
A note about the main method
Pre-Course Quiz
Survey: Your goals for the course
Basics of Objects

Memory Models, Scope, and Starting the Project
Introduction: Memory Models, Scope, and Project
Project: Module 1 Assignment Overview
Project: Setting up the starter code in Eclipse
Core: Drawing Memory Models with Primitive Data
Support: Memory Models for Primitive Types
Support: Setting Up and Running Examples in Eclipse
When I Struggled: Compiling and Running Code
Core: Drawing Memory Models with Objects
Concept Challenge: Memory Models 1
Concept Challenge: Memory Models 2
Support: Memory Model Drawing Example
Core: Introduction to Scope
Concept Challenge: Scope
Support: Putting it all Together Part 1
Support: Putting it all Together Part 2
Project: Module 1 Assignment Walkthrough
Remember to Choose Your Own Path
By the end of this week, you will be able to...
Getting ready to write code
Important note for learners working offline
Setting Up Java and Eclipse on Windows (and Linux)
Setting Up Java and Eclipse on Mac
Setting Up Unfolding Maps
Support: Troubleshooting Common Issues
Congratulations and quiz answers
Programming Assignment Instructions
Congratulations and quiz answers
Where to next?
Working with Code
Objects, memory models, and scope
Programming Assignment Quiz (Do programming assignment FIRST)

Graphical output: Creating GUIs and Displaying Data
Module Introduction: Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
Project: Module 3 Programming Assignment Overview
Core: Graphical User Interfaces
Core: Using PApplet
When I struggled: GUIs
Core: Resizing Images
Core: Colors
When I Struggled: Documentation
Support: Setting up a Canvas
Support: Drawing Happy Face
Support: Loading and Displaying Images
Core: Why Processing?
Support: Using Documentation
In the Real World: Documentation
Core: Setting up map visualization
Core: Adding markers
Core: Using live data
Bonus: Visualizing life expectancy
Bonus: Setting up the map
Bonus: Representing data
Bonus: Coloring markers
Support: ArrayLists and Generics
Project: Module 3 Programming Assignment Walkthrough
By the end of this week you will be able to...
Support: Understanding Features and Markers
Programming Assignment Instructions
Congratulations and quiz answers
Programming Assignment Quiz (Do programming assignment FIRST)

Inheritance
Module Introduction: Inheritance and Polymorphism
Project: Module 4 Programming Assignment Overview
Core: Why use Inheritance?
Core: Extends
In the Real World: Inheritance 1
Core: Reference vs. Object Type
When I struggled: the "Is a" relationship
Concept Challenge: References and Objects
Core: Visibility Modifiers
When I Struggled: Inheritance
Core: Object Creation in Java
Core: Compiler Rules for Class Construction
Core: Variable Initialization in a Class Hierarchy
Concept Challenge: Inheritance Constructors 1
Concept Challenge: Inheritance Constructors 2
Core: Method Overriding
Core: Introduction to Polymorphism
When I struggled: Polymorphism
Core: Rules to Follow for Polymorphism
Core: Casting Objects
Concept Challenge: Polymorphism Part 1
Concept Challenge: Polymorphism Part 2
Core: Abstract Classes and Interfaces
In the Real World: Inheritance 2
Project: Module 4 Programming Assignment Walkthrough
By the end of this week, you will be able to...
Programming Assignment Instructions
Congratulations and Quiz Answers
Programming Assignment Quiz (Do programming assignment FIRST)

GUIs: Responding to User Events
Module Introduction: Responding to User Events
Project: Module 5 Programming Assignment Overview
Core: Introduction to Event-Driven Programming
In the Real World: Events
Core: Implementing Events in UnfoldingMaps
Core: Implementing Buttons in UnfoldingMaps
When I Struggled: Buttons and GUIs
Core: Listener Hierarchy
Project: Module 5 Programming Assignment Walkthrough
By the end of this week, you will be able to...
Programming Assignment Instructions
Congratulations and Quiz Answers
Events
Programming Assignment Quiz (Do programming assignment FIRST)

Searching and Sorting: From Code to Algorithms
Module Introduction: Searching and Sorting
Project Overview
In the Real World: Searching and Sorting
Core: Linear Search, Part 1
Core: Linear Search, Part 2
Core: Binary Search
Core: Binary Search Example
When I Struggled: Search
Core: Introduction to Sorting
Core: Selection Sort Algorithm
Core: Selection Sort Implementation
Core: Selection Sort Analysis
Concept Challenge: Selection Sort
Core: Mystery Sort
Core: Java's Built-In Sort
Core: Comparable Interface, Revisited
Concept Challenge: Which Sort?
Project: Module 6 Programming Assignment Walkthrough
End of Course Message
By the end of this week, you will be able to...
Programming Assignment Instructions
Congratulations and quiz answers
Searching Quiz
Programming Assignment Quiz (Do programming assignment FIRST)

Summary of User Reviews

The Object-Oriented Java course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. Many users found the course to be comprehensive and easy to follow. The course covers the basics of programming in Java and dives into advanced topics like inheritance, polymorphism, and interfaces.

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive coverage of Java programming
Easy to follow lessons and assignments
In-depth coverage of advanced topics like inheritance and polymorphism

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be too basic
Limited interaction with the instructor
No personalized feedback on assignments
Some users experienced technical difficulties with the platform

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