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Java Programming Basics

This is an introductory Java course, giving students an overview of the programming language. The course will be most beneficial for beginner-level Java learners. It covers core Java features and provides hands-on examples of Java code implementation. Taking this course will help you understand different data types and variables, as well as conditionals, recursion and looping concepts used in Java programming.

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2 days

You'll take this course in your JetBrains IDE.
Just install JetBrains Toolbox 2.7+, and we'll handle the rest!

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This is an introductory Java course, giving students an overview of the programming language. The course will be most beneficial for beginner-level Java learners. It covers core Java features and provides hands-on examples of Java code implementation. Taking this course will help you understand different data types and variables, as well as conditionals, recursion and looping concepts used in Java programming.

Content

  1. Introduction to Programming
  1. First Steps in Java
  2. Variables and Types
  1. Operators
  2. Conditionals
  3. Loops

Learn with the tools developers use every day

Real-world development environment
Real-world development environment
Real-world development environment
Real-world development environment
  • Real-world development environment

    Gain practical experience with the tools and workflows you'll use in your career, minimizing the learning curve when transitioning to real-world projects.

  • Project-based learning journey

    Our plugin is built to help you finish real-world coding projects, which you can display in your code portfolio after completion.

  • Collaboration via Git

    Effortlessly track changes and collaborate on projects using Git, an essential tool for programmers in every field.

  • Focused learning

    Enjoy fewer distractions with assignments, code, debugging, and version control all in one window.

Student? Get JetBrains IDEs & hands-on courses — free for the full duration of your studies.

What do you need to start?

1

Install the Free JetBrains Toolbox App

The JetBrains Toolbox App 2.7+ makes setting up your course effortless. Already have a compatible IDE? It will launch it. If not, the app will install the right free IDE for your course.

Learn more about our licences here.

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2

Confirm the course launch

Click Launch course and then Allow to open the Toolbox App.

Select Always Allow to skip this confirmation in the future.

To return to the course later, find it in your IDE's recent projects.

Need more help? Check out our guide.

The JetBrains Toolbox App 2.7+ makes setting up your course effortless. Already have a compatible IDE? It will launch it. If not, the app will install the right free IDE for your course.

Learn more about our licences here.

Download

Click Launch course and then Allow to open the Toolbox App.

Select Always Allow to skip this confirmation in the future.

To return to the course later, find it in your IDE's recent projects.

Need more help? Check out our guide.

FAQ and troubleshooting

Yes, you will need the JetBrains Toolbox App and a JetBrains IDE.

Just click this link to install the JetBrains Toolbox App. We've taken care of all the necessary settings, and the app will handle the rest of the setup for you.

The JetBrains Toolbox App checks which IDE is compatible with your course and whether it is installed on your computer. If you have the necessary IDE installed, the app will open it. If not, JetBrains Toolbox will initiate the installation, prioritizing free community editions.

Yes, the JetBrains Toolbox App is essential even if you already have a JetBrains IDE. It automatically prepares your IDE for studying by installing the essential plugins and updating the IDE if necessary.

Please make sure you have the latest version of the JetBrains Toolbox App. To update, open the app and click Update Toolbox App, or download the latest version here.

If you’re using a Chrome-based browser, please also allow Find devices on local networks in the popup that appears on the course page. When this permission is granted, the page will detect when the Toolbox App opens on your system and you’ll be able to open the course properly.

Yes! It's 100% free and works with both the free and paid versions of JetBrains IDEs.

If you're a student, apply for the Student Pack to get full access to JetBrains IDEs for the duration of your studies. If not, check if you qualify for a free non-commercial license.

The configuration process may vary depending on the IDE you are using for the course. For detailed instructions, please refer to the Troubleshooting guide.
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