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Learn Java in the Age of AI

Learn Java step-by-step with AI as your Copilot. Build real-world projects, practice prompting, and finish with portfolio-ready real-world apps.

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This course is about learning how to code in the age of AI. It balances the conceptual clarity beginner coders need with AI’s ability to solve computing problems like Java professionals. The approach is AI-enabled, hands-on, and project-based. You’ll start with print statements and variables, then move through decisions, loops, and data structures. Each step is anchored by real-world projects like a receipt generator, smartwatch step tracker, or meal planner. You’ll practice prompting AI to generate, refine, and debug code, building syntax knowledge and modern coding workflows. The course culminates in a capstone budget tracker app where you’ll gather client requirements, implement features, and add error handling. You’ll then refactor the app into professional-grade code. With guided lessons, interactive AI support, and six complete projects, you’ll finish with practical skills and a portfolio to showcase to the tech world.

This course is about learning how to code in the age of AI. It balances the conceptual clarity beginner coders need with AI’s ab...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

The ability to leverage AI as a study partner for learning Java

A solid foundation in procedural Java programming with real-world examples

The ability to approach and solve problems using a coding and computational mindset

The ability to identify and debug errors through structured coding practices

Hands-on experience building multiple Java projects, culminating in a portfolio-ready capstone project

The ability to leverage AI as a study partner for learning Java

Content

17 Lessons

Getting Started

2 Lessons

Learn to write your first Java program and use AI as your coding assistant, gaining confidence in prompting and basic syntax.

Getting Started with Java and AI

Prompting AI as Your Coding Assistant

Variables, Data Types, and Input

3 Lessons

Explore Java variables, strings, numbers, and operators. Practice input with Scanner and use print statements for clear program output.

Built-In Functions and System.out.println

Variables, Strings, Numbers, and Operators

User Input with Scanner

Logic with If/Else

3 Lessons

Master decision-making in Java with if/else and nested conditions. Learn to create your own methods and guide AI in refining logic.

Loops and Repetition

2 Lessons

Use while loops for trackers and for loops with arrays. Automate repetition and build projects that effectively practice iteration.

Data Structures

3 Lessons

Work with arrays, HashMaps, and nested structures to organize and manage data. Practice real-world categorization tasks in Java.

Capstone Project: Budget Tracker

4 Lessons

Design and build a Budget Tracker app with AI. Add error handling, refine code, and finish with a professional portfolio project.

Certificate of Completion

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Developed by MAANG Engineers

Every Educative lesson is designed by a team of ex-MAANG software engineers and PhD computer science educators, and developed in consultation with developers and data scientists working at Meta, Google, and more. Our mission is to get you hands-on with the necessary skills to stay ahead in a constantly changing industry. No video, no fluff. Just interactive, project-based learning with personalized feedback that adapts to your goals and experience.

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Hands-on Learning Powered by AI

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Personalized Interview Prep

Skip the LeetCode grind with a custom roadmap that adapts to your goals. Hands-on practice for Coding Interviews, System Design, and more.

Mock Interviews

Test your skills in a simulated interview setting. Receive personalized feedback based on your performance. Available for Coding Interviews, System Design, and more.

AI Prompt

Build prompt engineering skills. Practice implementing AI-informed solutions.

Code Feedback

Evaluate and debug your code with the click of a button. Get real-time feedback on test cases, including time and space complexity of your solutions.

Explain with AI

Select any text within any Educative course, and get an instant explanation — without ever leaving your browser.

AI Code Mentor

AI Code Mentor helps you quickly identify errors in your code, learn from your mistakes, and nudge you in the right direction — just like a 1:1 tutor!

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