November 2020
Intermediate
2h 6m
English
Closed Captioning available in English
Overview
In this engaging 2-hour course, you'll dive deep into the fundamentals of Java 8, focusing on leveraging its features like lambda expressions, functional interfaces, and the Stream API. Guided by practical examples and code demos, you'll acquire the skills to write cleaner and more efficient Java programs.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Understand the distinction between object-oriented and functional programming paradigms.
- Master the use of lambda expressions and functional interfaces in Java 8.
- Create efficient data operations using pipelines and the Stream API.
- Learn to handle null values effectively using the optional class in Java 8.
- Apply Java 8 features to real-world project scenarios.
Course Instructor(s)
Matthew Speake, an accomplished Java developer and educator, specializes in mentoring learners on modern programming paradigms. With years of industry experience and a practical teaching approach, he ensures complex concepts like functional programming are accessible to developers of varied backgrounds.
Who is it for?
This course is ideal for Java developers aiming to transition to Java 8's modern features. Designed for learners with intermediate Java knowledge, it supports professionals eager to improve code maintainability and efficiency. It's for individuals seeking hands-on guidance in adopting Java 8 paradigms.
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