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This course introduces students to the powerful world of desktop application development and backend logic using Java — one of the most robust and widely-used programming languages. With hands-on training, students will learn how to build real-world GUI applications, connect them to databases, and implement core backend logic using object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.

The course is ideal for aspiring software developers, students, and professionals who want to build secure, scalable, and efficient applications for Windows, macOS, or Linux environments.

Module 1: Introduction to Java Programming

  • Installing Java (JDK) and IntelliJ/Eclipse

  • Writing Your First Java Program

  • Java Syntax, Variables, and Data Types

  • Control Structures (if, switch, loops)

  • Methods & Parameters

  • Error Handling and Debugging


Module 2: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

  • Classes and Objects

  • Constructors and Overloading

  • Inheritance and Polymorphism

  • Encapsulation and Abstraction

  • Interfaces vs. Abstract Classes

  • Static vs. Instance Members


Module 3: Desktop GUI Development with JavaFX or Swing

  • Introduction to GUI: JavaFX vs. Swing

  • Creating Windows, Buttons, and Events

  • Layout Managers (GridPane, VBox, BorderPane, etc.)

  • Working with Forms and Input Validation

  • File Choosers and Menus

  • Scene Navigation and Styling with CSS


Module 4: Database Programming with JDBC

  • Introduction to Databases and SQL

  • Setting Up MySQL or SQLite

  • Connecting Java Apps with JDBC

  • CRUD Operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)

  • Prepared Statements and Transactions

  • Data Binding and TableViews


Module 5: Backend Logic and Application Structure

  • MVC Architecture in Desktop Apps

  • Business Logic Layer

  • Handling Large Forms and User Input

  • Login/Authentication System

  • Role-based Access and Permissions


Module 6: File I/O and Reporting

  • Reading/Writing Text and CSV Files

  • PDF Exporting (e.g., using iText)

  • Generating and Styling Reports

  • Working with Images and Multimedia


Module 7: Deployment and Packaging

  • Exception Handling Best Practices

  • Debugging Techniques and Logs

  • Packaging Java Applications (JAR & EXE)

  • Creating Installers (with Launch4J/Inno Setup)

  • Version Control with Git


Module 8: Final Project

  • Design and Build a Complete Desktop Application
    (e.g., Inventory System, Library Management, Billing System, etc.)

  • Documentation and Code Review

  • Presentation and Code Defense

  • Certificate of Completion


? Additional Features:

  • Access to project templates and reusable components

  • Database scripts and starter files

  • GitHub code repository setup and walkthrough

  • One-on-one code review sessions

  • Certificate and portfolio project at completion

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Oladeji Inioluwa

Software Developer
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  • Price N300000
  • Mode regular
  • Instructor Oladeji Inioluwa
  • Duration 60 days
  • Attendance Offline (In-person) & Online (Remote)

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