Object-Oriented Programming with Java Roadmap

Master the principles and techniques of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) using the Java language.

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Stage Main Topic Content & Learning Activities Objectives & Deliverables
1 Java Fundamentals
  • Syntax, Variables, Data Types
  • Operators
  • Control Flow
  • Methods
  • Arrays
  • Build a solid Java foundation.
2 Introduction to OOP
  • What is an Object?
  • What is a Class?
  • The Four Pillars of OOP
  • Understand the core concepts and benefits of OOP.
3 Classes and Objects
  • Defining a Class
  • Creating Objects
  • The 'this' Keyword
  • Access Modifiers
  • Static Members
  • Learn to create and use classes and objects.
4 Encapsulation
  • Data Hiding
  • Getters and Setters
  • Benefits of Encapsulation
  • Protect and manage access to object data.
5 Inheritance
  • The 'extends' Keyword
  • The 'super' Keyword
  • Method Overriding
  • The Object Class
  • Reuse and extend code through inheritance.
6 Polymorphism
  • Method Overloading
  • Method Overriding
  • Upcasting and Downcasting
  • Write flexible and adaptable code.
7 Abstraction
  • Abstract Class
  • Interface
  • Difference between Abstract Class and Interface
  • Hide complexity and define contracts.
8 Advanced OOP Concepts
  • Composition, Aggregation, Association
  • Coupling and Cohesion
  • The 'final' Keyword
  • Exception Handling
  • Explore design aspects and advanced features.
9 Java Collections & OOP
  • Understanding the Hierarchy
  • Polymorphism with Collections
  • Generics
  • Apply OOP principles when working with collections.
10 SOLID Principles
  • SRP - Single Responsibility Principle
  • OCP - Open/Closed Principle
  • LSP - Liskov Substitution Principle
  • ISP - Interface Segregation Principle
  • DIP - Dependency Inversion Principle
  • Learn the principles of good object-oriented design.
11 Design Patterns
  • Introduction to Design Patterns
  • Creational Patterns (Singleton, Factory)
  • Structural Patterns (Adapter, Decorator)
  • Behavioral Patterns (Observer, Strategy)
  • Apply proven solutions to common design problems.