This repository contains code examples you've written to explore and practice core Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts in Java.
What You'll Find:
Classes: Implementations of various classes representing real-world entities with attributes (properties) and methods (behaviors). Objects: Instances of classes that encapsulate data and provide access to functionalities. Inheritance: Examples of extending existing classes to create specialized subclasses that inherit properties and behaviors. Polymorphism: Demonstrations of how objects of different classes can respond differently to the same method call. Encapsulation: Code practices that restrict direct access to an object's internal state, promoting data integrity. Abstraction: Techniques that focus on the essential functionalities of objects, hiding implementation details. Getting Started:
Prerequisites: Ensure you have Java Development Kit (JDK) installed on your system. You can download it from the official Oracle website: https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/ IDE Setup: Choose a Java Integrated Development Environment (IDE) of your preference, such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or NetBeans. These IDEs provide features that make Java development more efficient. Clone or Download: Clone this repository using Git or download the ZIP archive. Compile and Run: Navigate to the project directory in your terminal/command prompt. Compile the Java source files using the javac command (e.g., javac *.java). Then, execute your programs using the java command followed by the class name (e.g., java MyMainClass). Learning Resources:
Here are some valuable resources to deepen your understanding of OOP in Java:
Official Java Tutorial: https://docs.oracle.com/javase/tutorial/
Head First Java (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Head-First-Java-Kathy-Sierra/dp/0596009208
Effective Java (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Java-Joshua-Bloch-ebook/dp/B078H61SCH
Java MOOC on Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=java
Contribution Guidelines:
If you'd like to contribute your own OOP practice code to this repository, feel free to create new folders for specific concepts or projects.
License:
This repository is currently un-licensed. Consider adding an open-source license like MIT or Apache 2.0 for clarity and potential contribution from others.
Additional Notes:
Include comments and documentation in your code to enhance readability and maintainability. Explore more advanced OOP concepts like interfaces, packages, exception handling, and generics as you progress. Practice writing unit tests to ensure your code functions as expected. This README.md provides a foundation for documenting your OOP practice in Java. You can customize it further to reflect the specific content of your repository and your learning journey.