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JAVA Programming TRENDING

Java is a high-level, class-based, object-oriented programming language designed to have as few implementation dependencies as possible. It was first released by Sun Microsystems in 1995 and is now maintained by Oracle. Java follows the principle of “Write Once, Run Anywhere” (WORA)—meaning, once code is written and compiled, it can run on any platform with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

It’s known for being:

  • Robust: Has strong memory management and exception handling.
  • Secure: With features like bytecode verification and runtime security checks.
  • Platform-independent: Runs on all operating systems that support Java.

Benefits of Learning Java

  • Versatility: It’s used in web apps, mobile apps (especially Android), backend systems, cloud applications, and much more.
  • Massive Community Support: With decades of use, there's a huge developer community to learn from.
  • Job Market Demand: Many enterprises rely on Java, so knowing it opens up serious career opportunities.
  • Rich APIs and Libraries: Java has an extensive set of APIs to simplify many types of programming tasks.
  • Performance & Scalability: Java is both fast and capable of handling large-scale systems and applications.

Common Uses of Java

  • Android App Development: Java is the backbone of many Android apps, with tools like Android Studio built around it.
  • Web Applications: Technologies like JavaServer Pages (JSP), Spring, and Hibernate are popular for dynamic websites and services.
  • Enterprise Software?: Many corporations use Java in large-scale systems like banking, insurance, and inventory management.
  • Scientific & Research Applications: Java’s precision and portability make it useful for simulation and data analysis tools.
  • Games & Embedded Systems: Java also powers lightweight games and even smartcards or IoT devices through embedded Java.

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  • Category Programming
  • Language English, Nepali
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  • Duration 60 Hours
  • Includes Theory+Practical

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Course At A Glance

Origins and Early Development

Initiation (1991): Java was started by James Gosling, Mike Sheridan, and Patrick Naughton at Sun Microsystems. Their team was called the Green Team.

Initial Purpose: It was originally designed for digital devices like set-top boxes and televisions.

Early Names:

  • Greentalk: The first name, with file extension .gt.
  • Oak: Named after an oak tree outside Gosling’s office. Oak symbolized strength and was a national tree in several countries.
  • Java: Renamed in 1995 because "Oak" was already trademarked. The name "Java" was inspired by Java coffee from Indonesia.

Shift to Internet Programming

By 1994, the team recognized the growing potential of the internet and shifted their focus to developing a language suitable for web-based applications. This led to Java’s public launch in 1995, accompanied by the release of the HotJava browser to showcase Java applets—small programs that could run inside web pages. Java’s slogan, “Write Once, Run Anywhere”, emphasized its platform independence through the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

Official Releases and Version Evolution

Java’s first official version, Java 1.0, was released in 1996, followed by JDK 1.1 in 1997, which introduced inner classes, JavaBeans, JDBC, and RMI. Over the years, Java continued to evolve:

  • J2SE 1.2 (1998): Introduced Swing, Collections framework, and CORBA support.
  • J2SE 1.3 (2000): Added HotSpot JVM and JNDI.
  • J2SE 1.4 to Java SE 8: Brought in features like assertions, generics, lambda expressions, and the Stream API.
  • Java SE 9+: Introduced modularity and regular release cycles.

Open Source and Oracle Acquisition

In 2006, Sun Microsystems made Java open-source under the GNU General Public License, encouraging community contributions. In 2010, Oracle Corporation acquired Sun Microsystems and took over Java’s development. Oracle continued to release updates and maintain Java’s enterprise focus, making it a key language for large-scale systems.

Modern Usage and Legacy

Today, Java is used in a wide range of domains including Android development, cloud computing, web applications, games, and enterprise software. Its platform independence, robust security model, and vast ecosystem have helped it remain one of the most popular and influential programming languages in the world.