Java Tutorial
Java is a high-level, object-oriented programming language used to build web apps, mobile applications, and enterprise software systems.
- Known for its Write Once, Run Anywhere capability, which means code written in Java can run on any device that supports the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
- Syntax and structure is similar to C-based languages like C++ and C#.
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Why Learn Java?
- Used to build Android apps, desktop and web apps, enterprise backend systems, and cloud-based software.
- In high demand with many job opportunities in software development.
- Has popular frameworks like Spring and Hibernate which makes it powerful for enterprise applications.
- Supports object-oriented programming for clean and reusable code.
- It runs on all platforms Windows, Mac, and Linux using the JVM.
- Top companies like Amazon, Netflix, and LinkedIn use Java.
Java Hello World Program
Here is a simple Java program that prints "Hello World".
public class Geeks {
public static void main(String args[])
{
System.out.println("Hello World");
}
}
Output
Hello World
Java Basics
Java basics form the foundation of your programming journey, covering essential concepts like syntax, data types, variables, loops, and conditionals.
- Introduction
- Download and Install Java
- JDK vs JRE vs JVM
- Identifiers
- Keywords
- Quiz: Java Basics and Identifiers
- Data Types
- Variables
- Operators
- Quiz: Variables, Operator
- Decision Making (if, if-else, switch, break, continue, jump)
- Loops
- Quiz: Control Statements and Loops
- Project: Number Guessing Game
Java Methods
Java methods are reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks and help organize your program. They improve code readability, reduce repetition, and make debugging easier:
- Introduction to Methods
- Static Methods vs Instance Methods
- Access Modifiers
- Command Line Arguments
- Variable Arguments (Varargs)
- Quiz: Methods
Java Arrays
Java arrays are containers that store multiple values of the same data type in a single variable. They provide an efficient way to manage and access collections of data using index-based positions:
- Introduction to Arrays
- Declare and Initialize Arrays
- Multi-Dimensional Arrays
- Quiz: Java Arrays
- Jagged Arrays
- Arrays Class
- Final Arrays
- Java Array Programs
- Quiz: Array Programs
- Projects: Tic-Tac-Toe Game
Java Strings
Java Strings represent sequences of characters and are widely used in text processing. They are immutable, meaning once created, their values cannot be changed:
- Introduction of Strings
- Why Strings are Immutable?
- Java String Concatenation
- Quiz: String Basics
- String Class
- StringBuffer Class
- StringBuilder Class
- Quiz:String Classes
- Strings vs StringBuffer vs StringBuilder
- Java String Programs
Java OOP Concepts
Java follows the Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigm, which organizes code into classes and objects. Core OOP principles like inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and abstraction make Java modular and scalable:
- What are OOP Concepts?
- Classes and Objects
- Quiz: Classes and Objects
- Constructors
- Quiz: Constructors
- Object Class
- Abstraction
- Encapsulation
- Inheritance
- Quiz: Inheritance and Abstraction
- Polymorphism
- Compile-Time Polymorphism (Method Overloading)
- Runtime Polymorphism (Method Overriding)
- Packages
- Quiz: Polymorphism and Packages
- Project: Simple Banking Application
Java Interfaces
Java interfaces define a contract that classes must follow, specifying method signatures without implementations. They enable abstraction and support multiple inheritance in Java through a clean, structured approach:
- Java Interfaces
- Interfaces and Inheritance
- Class vs Interface
- Quiz: Interfaces
- Functional Interface
- Nested Interface
- Marker Interface
- Comparator Interface
- Quiz: Interface types and Comparator
- Project: Employee Management System
Java Collections
Java Collections provide a framework for storing and manipulating groups of objects efficiently. It includes interfaces like List, Set, and Map, along with classes like ArrayList, HashSet, and HashMap:
- Java Collection Framework
- Collections Class
- Collection Interface
- Quiz: Collection
- List Interface
- ArrayList
- LinkedList
- Quiz: List, ArrayList, LinkedList
- Set Interface
- HashSet
- TreeSet
- Quiz: Set and HashSet
- Queue Interface
- Priority Queue
- Deque Interface
- Map Interface
- HashMap
- Quiz:Queue and Map Interface
- Iterator
- Comparator Interface
- Comparable Interface
- Quiz: Iterators, Comparator vs Comparable
- Project: Face Detection System
Java Exception Handling
ava Exception Handling is a mechanism to handle runtime errors, ensuring the program runs smoothly without crashing. It uses keywords like try, catch, throw, throws, and finally to manage exceptions:
- Java Exceptions
- Checked vs Unchecked Exceptions
- Try Catch Block
- Quiz: Java Exceptions
- Final, Finally and Finalize
- Throw and Throws
- Customized Exception Handling
- Chained Exceptions
- Null Pointer Exceptions
- Exception Handling with Method Overriding
- Quiz: Exception Handling
Java Multithreading
Java Multithreading allows concurrent execution of two or more threads, enabling efficient CPU utilization and faster program performance. It is commonly used for tasks that required parallel processing and responsiveness from multiple ends.
- Introduction to Java Multithreading
- Threads
- Thread Class
- Runnable Interface
- Quiz: Thread Basics and Lifecycle
- Lifecycle and States of a Thread
- Main Thread
- Thread Priority in Multithreading
- Naming & Feteching Name of Current Thread
- Thread.start() vs Thread.run() Method
- Thread.sleep() Method
- Daemon Thread
- Quiz: Thread Methods and Daemon Threads
- Thread Safety
- Thread Pools
- Project: Snake Game
Java File Handling
Java File Handling enables programs to create, read, write, and manipulate files stored on the system. It uses classes from the java.io
and java.nio
packages for efficient file operations:
- File Handling
- File Class
- Create Files
- Read Files
- Quiz:File Handling
- Write on Files
- Delete File
- FileReader Class
- FileWriter Class
- Quiz:File Writing
- FilePermission Class
- FileDescriptor Class
Java Streams and Lambda Expressions
Java Streams and Lambda Expressions simplify data processing by enabling functional-style operations on collections. Lambdas provide concise syntax for anonymous functions, while Streams allow efficient filtering, mapping, and reduction of data:
- Lambda Expressions
- Method References
- Java Stream - Complete Tutorial
- Quiz:Lambda Expressions and Streams
- Java 8 Features - Complete Tutorial
Java IO
Java IO (Input/Output) provides a set of classes and streams to read and write data from various sources like files, consoles, and network connections. It is part of the java.io
package and supports both byte and character streams:
- Introduction to Java IO
- Reader Class
- Writer Class
- FileInput Stream
- Quiz: IO Basics
- FileOutput Stream
- BufferedReader Input Stream
- BufferedReader Output stream
- BufferedReader vs Scanner
- Fast I/O
- Quiz: BufferedReader vs Scanner and Fast I/O
- Project: Text Editor
Java Synchronization
Java Synchronization is used to control access to shared resources in multithreaded environments. It ensures that only one thread can access a critical section at a time, preventing data inconsistency:
- Java Synchronization
- Importance of Thread Synchronization
- Method and Block Synchronization
- Quiz: Synchronization Basics
- Atomic vs Volatile vs Synchronized
- Local Frameworks vs Thread Synchronization
- Deadlock in Multithreading
- Quiz: Deadlocks and Synchronization
- Deadlock Prevention and Avoidance
- Lock vs Monitor in Concurrency
- Reentrant Lock
- Quiz: Concurrency Locks and Reentrant Locks
Java Regex
Java Regex (Regular Expressions) allows pattern matching and text manipulation using the java.util.regex
package. It is powerful for validating, searching, and replacing strings based on specific patterns:
- What is Java Regex?
- Pattern Class
- Matcher Class
- Character Class
- Quiz: Regex Basics and Pattern Matching
- Quantifiers
Java Networking
Java Networking enables communication between devices over a network using classes from the java.net
package. It supports protocols like TCP and UDP for building client-server applications and data exchange:
- Introduction to Java Networking
- TCP Architecture
- UDP Architecture
- IPV4 vs IPV6
- Quiz: Networking Basics and Protocols
- Connection-Oriented vs Connectionless Protocols
- Socket Programming
- Server Socket Class
- Quiz: Sockets and Server Communication
- URL Class and Methods
- Project: Chat Application
Java Database Connectivity(JDBC)
Java Memory Allocation
Java Memory Allocation refers to how memory is assigned to variables, objects, and classes during program execution. It involves stack and heap memory, with the JVM managing allocation and garbage collection automatically:
- Java Memory Management
- How Java Objects Stored in Memory?
- Quiz: Java Memory Allocation
- Stack vs Heap Memory Allocation
- Quiz: Heap vs Stack
- Java Virtual Machine(JVM) Stack Area
- Types of Memory Areas Allocated by JVM
- Garbage Collection
- Quiz: JVM Memory Management and Garbage Collection
- Types of JVM Garbage Collectors
- Heap and Stack Memory Allocation
- Memory Leaks
Java Interview Questions
Prepare for Java interviews with these commonly asked questions, covering core concepts, OOP, collections, multithreading, exception handling, and frameworks like Spring and Hibernate:
Important Links
Java Practice
- Java Exercises – Basic to Advanced Java Practice Programs
- Java Coding Practice Problems
- Java Language MCQs with Answers

Introduction to Java

Writing First Program in Java

Variables and Primitive DataTypes

Non Primitive DataTypes

Type Conversion in Java
