Curriculum

23 Chapters · 23 Lessons

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    Introduction

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      Introduction

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    Chapter 1 : Introduction to Java Programming

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      Introduction to Java Programming

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    Chapter 2 : Variables, Data Types, Operators, and Control Structures

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      Variables, Data Types, Operators, and Control Structures

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    Chapter 3 : Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Basics

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      Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Basics

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    Chapter 4 : Methods and Functions

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      Methods and Functions

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    Chapter 5 : File and Exception Handling

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      File and Exception Handling

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    Chapter 6 : Input/Output Streams

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      Input/Output Streams

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    Chapter 7 : GUI Programming

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      GUI Programming

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    Chapter 8 : Concurrency and Mutli-Threading

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      Concurrency and Mutli-Threading

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    Chapter 9 : Working with Collections and Data Structures

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      Working with Collections and Data Structures

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    Chapter 10 : Networking in Java

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      Networking in Java

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    Chapter 11 : Database Connectivity with JDBC

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      Database Connectivity with JDBC

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    Chapter 12 : Java Performance Tuning and Optimization

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      Java Performance Tuning and Optimization

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    Chapter 13 : Security, Testing, and Debugging

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      Security, Testing, and Debugging

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    Chapter 14 : Exploring Popular Java Frameworks

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      Exploring Popular Java Frameworks

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    Chapter 15 : Java for Web Development

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      Java for Web Development

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    Chapter 16 : Advanced Java Features

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      Advanced Java Features

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    Chapter 17 : Mobile Development with Java

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      Mobile Development with Java

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    Chapter 18 : Design Patterns in Java

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      Design Patterns in Java

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    Chapter 19 : Using AI with Java Programming

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      Using AI with Java Programming

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    Chapter 20 : Final Project and Next Steps

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      Final Project and Next Steps

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    INDEX

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      INDEX

About the course

In today’s tech-driven world, applied Java programming with AI integration is a game-changer. Java remains a backbone of enterprise and application development—but its real power emerges when combined with hands-on skills and modern technologies like artificial intelligence. Kickstart Java Programming Fundamentals offers a practical, real-world path to mastering Java—from basic syntax to building intelligent systems. Structured into three progressive sections, you'll begin with foundational topics such as variables, loops, OOP, and exception handling. Then, dive into core Java development with I/O operations, GUI programming, multithreading, and data structures. The final section guides you through advanced programming, including performance tuning, mobile and web development, design patterns, and incorporating AI techniques such as logic-based decision making and intelligent automation using Java. Through examples, exercises, and a capstone project, this book empowers you to write robust, modern Java applications. Whether you're prepping for a job, certification, or real-world coding challenges—this is your complete roadmap to mastering Java with AI. Learn it. Apply it. Lead with it.

About the Author

Dr. Edward D Lavieri Jr. is a seasoned software developer and senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). He holds a Doctor of Computer Science from Colorado Technical University, a Master of Science in Information Systems from Bowie State University, and additional Master of Science degrees from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and Capella University. His experience spans the military, the software industry, and academia.