Java Programming Primer

Java Programming Primer course is offered by Velisa Africa.  This course addresses fundamentals of the Java programming language with special emphasis on syntax, semantics and the Java Application Programming Interface (API). Topics covered are:

• The Java Architecture
  An overview of the Java implementation architecture with specific reference to the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). The line commands to compile and execute Java programs are outlined.

• Lexical Conventions
  This section defines the structure, lexical rules and the syntax of the language. The use of syntax diagrams to define language constructs are alluded to.

• Data Types
  The topic contains a definition of the primitive Java data types as instance or class variables. The latter is then used show the use of such types in the declaration of variables and constants. In addition the concept of reference variables are introduced to the learner.

• Operators
  A description of the complete Java operator set inclusive of mathematical, relational, extended mathematical, logical and relational operators.

• Constructs
  A description of the all the Java constructs for loop control and decision branching.

• Classes and Methods
  A description of the construction of Java classes, constructors and methods.

• Java Container Classes
  A description of a subset of Java classes and methods incorporated in the standard Java API.

• Inheritance
  This section introduces concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism and interfaces.

• Concurrent Programming
  An extensive description of the Java implementation of:

  • User threads

  • Data coherence

  • Thread communication