Java Programming Fundamentals for Spring Boot Development
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Java Programming Fundamentals for Spring Boot Development
This course is part of Java Spring Boot Backend Development Specialization
Instructor: Board Infinity
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Write Java programs using core syntax, control structures, and object-oriented programming principles
Build reusable Java classes and apply encapsulation, inheritance, and abstraction
Manage application data using the Java Collections Framework and generics
Apply Java 8 features like Lambda expressions, Streams API, and annotation
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April 2026
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Want to start building powerful backend applications using Java Spring Boot? It all begins with a strong foundation in Java fundamentals. This Java course helps you master core concepts such as object-oriented programming (OOP), collections, exception handling, and Java 8 features, enabling you to confidently develop Spring Boot applications. You will also build the in-demand skills that recruiters look for and lay a solid foundation for a successful career in backend development.
You will practice Java development using tools such as the JDK, JVM, and IDEs like IntelliJ IDEA or Eclipse, while understanding how Java applications run in real-world Spring Boot environments. You will begin by learning Java syntax, variables, data types, operators, input/output, and control statements used to build structured programs. You will also understand how the JDK, JRE, and JVM work together to compile and run Java applications. Next, you will explore object-oriented programming concepts including classes, objects, constructors, encapsulation, inheritance, and abstraction to build modular and reusable code. The course also covers Java exception handling, the Java Collections Framework, generics, and wrapper classes used to manage application data. Finally, you will learn modern Java features such as Lambda expressions, Streams API, Optional, multithreading, and annotations, which are widely used in Spring Boot development. By the end of this course, You will be able to write Java programs, Apply OOP concepts, Manage data using collections Use modern Java features for Spring Boot backend development. This course is ideal for beginner developers, students preparing for Spring Boot development, and backend developers strengthening Core Java skills for enterprise applications. Want to start building powerful backend applications using Java Spring Boot? It all begins with a strong foundation in Java fundamentals. This Java course helps you master core concepts such as object-oriented programming (OOP), collections, exception handling, and Java 8 features, enabling you to confidently develop Spring Boot applications. You will also build the in-demand skills that recruiters look for and lay a solid foundation for a successful career in backend development. You will practice Java development using tools such as the JDK, JVM, and IDEs like IntelliJ IDEA or Eclipse, while understanding how Java applications run in real-world Spring Boot environments. You will begin by learning Java syntax, variables, data types, operators, input/output, and control statements used to build structured programs. You will also understand how the JDK, JRE, and JVM work together to compile and run Java applications. Next, you will explore object-oriented programming concepts including classes, objects, constructors, encapsulation, inheritance, and abstraction to build modular and reusable code. The course also covers Java exception handling, the Java Collections Framework, generics, and wrapper classes used to manage application data. Finally, you will learn modern Java features such as Lambda expressions, Streams API, Optional, multithreading, and annotations, which are widely used in Spring Boot development. By the end of this course, -You will be able to write Java programs, -Apply OOP concepts, -Manage data using collections -Use modern Java features for Spring Boot backend development. This course is ideal for beginner developers, students preparing for Spring Boot development, and backend developers strengthening Core Java skills for enterprise applications. Disclaimer: This is an independent educational resource created by Board Infinity for informational and educational purposes only. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with any company, organization, or certification body unless explicitly stated. The content provided is based on industry knowledge and best practices but does not constitute official training material for any specific employer or certification program. All company names, trademarks, service marks, and logos referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for educational identification and comparison purposes.
This module introduces the fundamental building blocks of Java programming and the structure of the Java platform. Learners explore the Java ecosystem, including the roles of the JDK, JRE, and JVM, while setting up a development environment and writing their first programs. The module then covers Java syntax, variables, operators, input/output, and essential control statements such as conditionals and loops. By the end of the module, learners will create simple Java programs that use structured logic to process input and produce output.
What's included
9 videos5 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins
9 videosβ’Total 84 minutes
- Java Platform Fundamentals β’8 minutes
- JDK, JRE & JVM Internals β’9 minutes
- IDE Setup & First Programβ’10 minutes
- Variables & Data Typesβ’10 minutes
- Operators & Expressions β’9 minutes
- Input & Outputβ’11 minutes
- Conditional Statements β’8 minutes
- Looping Statements β’11 minutes
- Loop Controlsβ’7 minutes
5 readingsβ’Total 65 minutes
- Syllabusβ’10 minutes
- Glossaryβ’10 minutes
- Read More: Understanding Java Classes and Objectsβ’15 minutes
- Read More: Java Variables, Data Types, and Control Flowβ’15 minutes
- Read More about Java Collections, Lists, Maps, and Genericsβ’15 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Java Introduction & Setup β’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Java Syntax & Data Typesβ’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Control Statements β’30 minutes
- Graded Quiz : β Java Basics & Programming Foundationsβ’60 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 5 minutes
- What Makes Java the Backbone of Spring?β’5 minutes
2 pluginsβ’Total 15 minutes
- Java Building Blocks Labβ’10 minutes
- Quick Course Check-Inβ’5 minutes
This module focuses on the core object-oriented principles that form the backbone of Java and modern backend frameworks. Learners examine how to design classes, create objects, and implement constructors and methods to model real-world behaviors. The module then explores encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism, demonstrating how these principles improve code organization and reusability. It concludes with abstraction and interface design, enabling learners to write flexible, maintainable code structures and design a small object-oriented program using these concepts.
What's included
9 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
9 videosβ’Total 88 minutes
- Designing a Java Class β’12 minutes
- Creating and Using Objects β’9 minutes
- Constructors and Methods in Actionβ’10 minutes
- Protecting Data with Encapsulation β’11 minutes
- Reusing Code with Inheritance β’10 minutes
- One Interface, Many Behaviorsβ’10 minutes
- Working with Abstract Classes β’9 minutes
- Interfaces and Multiple Inheritanceβ’11 minutes
- Writing Clean, Flexible Codeβ’6 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 45 minutes
- Read More: Java OOP Concepts, Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, and Constructorsβ’15 minutes
- Read More: Java Inheritance, Method Overriding, Polymorphism, and Interfacesβ’15 minutes
- Read More about Designing Domain Classes with Inheritance and Compositionβ’15 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Building Blocks of Java Programs β’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Core OOP Concepts Made Simple β’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Abstraction & Interface Design β’30 minutes
- Graded Quiz : β Object-Oriented Thinking in Javaβ’60 minutes
1 pluginβ’Total 10 minutes
- Java OOP Foundations Labβ’10 minutes
This module explores practical Java tools and concepts frequently used in Spring-based development. Learners study Javaβs exception-handling mechanisms, including try-catch structures and custom exceptions, to manage application errors effectively. The module also introduces the Java Collections Framework, focusing on lists, sets, and maps for structured data management. Finally, learners examine generics, wrapper classes, and autoboxing to ensure type-safe programming. By the end of the module, learners will implement a data-handling program that uses collections and structured error management.
What's included
9 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
9 videosβ’Total 80 minutes
- Understanding Java Exceptions β’7 minutes
- Managing Errors Using try-catch β’9 minutes
- Creating Meaningful Custom Exceptionsβ’11 minutes
- Choosing the Right Collection β’5 minutes
- Working with Lists and Setsβ’11 minutes
- Using Maps Effectivelyβ’7 minutes
- Introduction to Generics β’11 minutes
- Wrapper Classes and Autoboxing β’10 minutes
- Avoiding Common Type Errorsβ’10 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 45 minutes
- Read More about Mastering Java Exceptions and Custom Error Handlingβ’15 minutes
- Read More about Mastering Java Lambdas, Streams, and Optional β’15 minutes
- Read More: Java Enums, Utility Classes, and Recordsβ’15 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Handling Errors Gracefully β’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Managing Data with Collectionsβ’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Writing Type-Safe Code β’30 minutes
- Graded Quiz : β Java Essentials Used in Springβ’60 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 10 minutes
- The Data Structure Challenge for Developersβ’10 minutes
1 pluginβ’Total 10 minutes
- Spring-Focused Java Features Labβ’10 minutes
This module introduces modern Java language features that make code more concise, expressive, and suitable for framework-based development. Learners begin with lambda expressions, streams, and the Optional class to process data using functional programming techniques. The module then provides an introduction to multithreading, covering thread creation, management, and safe concurrent execution. Finally, learners explore Java annotations and reflection concepts that underpin many Spring framework features. By the end of the module, learners will design a small Java component that uses functional programming and annotations to simplify application logic.
What's included
9 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
9 videosβ’Total 76 minutes
- Introduction to Lambda Expressions β’11 minutes
- Processing Data with Streamsβ’9 minutes
- Handling Nulls with Optionalβ’8 minutes
- Understanding Threads β’11 minutes
- Creating and Managing Threads β’11 minutes
- Making Code Thread-Safeβ’8 minutes
- Understanding Java Annotations β’6 minutes
- Creating Custom Annotations β’8 minutes
- Reflection Basics for Frameworksβ’5 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 45 minutes
- Read More: Java Packages, Access Control, and Clean Architecture Principlesβ’15 minutes
- Read More: Using Java Collections and Methods for In-Memory Business Logicβ’15 minutes
- Java Essentials in Action β How Real Companies Build Spring-Based Systems at Scaleβ’15 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Writing Cleaner Code with Lambdas β’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Introduction to Multithreadingβ’30 minutes
- Practice Quiz : Annotations and Runtime Magic β’30 minutes
- Graded Quiz : β Preparing Java Code for Springβ’60 minutes
1 pluginβ’Total 10 minutes
- Spring Readiness Code Lab β’10 minutes
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Basic programming knowledge is helpful but not mandatory. The course begins with Java fundamentals and gradually builds toward concepts used in Spring development.
You will work with Java, JDK, JVM, and development environments such as IntelliJ IDEA or Eclipse to practice writing and running Java programs.
Yes. The course focuses on the Core Java concepts required for Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Security development.
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