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      Coursera Project Network

      Progressive Web App with JavaScript: Make a Scavenger PWA

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Scrimba

      API Basics 3: Build a Game (Async JS, Callbacks & Promises)

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Web Development Tools, JSON, Animation and Game Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Media for Web Development: Optimize a Travel Website

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Javascript, Browser Compatibility

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Scrimba

      JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Maintainability, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Debugging, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Big Data, Software Architecture, Scalability, Java, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Learning Server-side Programming through Game Development

      Skills you'll gain: Server Side, Restful API, Ajax, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Web Servers, Web Development, Model View Controller, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, JSON, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Architecture, Real Time Data

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      The Complete jQuery Course - Beginner to Professional

      Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Ajax, Javascript and jQuery, Animations, Event-Driven Programming, JSON, Interactive Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Validation, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, UI Components, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Kafka for Developers - Data Contracts Using Schema Registry

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Spring Boot, Real Time Data, Data Pipelines, JSON, Java, Docker (Software)

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Coding With Cody Sourcegraph: Optimise Open Source Code

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, Open Source Technology, Integrated Development Environments, Code Review, Software Development, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Javascript

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Operations en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Maintainability, Debugging, System Monitoring, Data Processing, CI/CD, Unit Testing, Google Cloud Platform, Disaster Recovery, Java

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      AJAX Next Level: Authentication, Servers, Projects & More

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Node.JS, Restful API, Server Side, API Design, Web Servers, Full-Stack Web Development, Authentications, Web Applications, Postman API Platform, Back-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON, PHP (Scripting Language), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Javascript, Application Security

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Securing and Integrating Components of your Application en Français

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, API Gateway, Application Development, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Identity and Access Management, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, Restful API, Microservices, Authorization (Computing), Natural Language Processing, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular java courses

    • Progressive Web App with JavaScript: Make a Scavenger PWA: Coursera Project Network
    • API Basics 3: Build a Game (Async JS, Callbacks & Promises): Scrimba
    • Media for Web Development: Optimize a Travel Website: Coursera Project Network
    • JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers: Scrimba
    • YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming: Johns Hopkins University
    • Learning Server-side Programming through Game Development: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • The Complete jQuery Course - Beginner to Professional: Packt
    • Kafka for Developers - Data Contracts Using Schema Registry: Packt
    • Coding With Cody Sourcegraph: Optimise Open Source Code: Coursera Project Network
    • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Operations en Español: Google Cloud

    Frequently Asked Questions about Java

    Understanding your goal, whether it’s for software development, database management, or Android app creation, can guide your learning of java. Regular coding practice is crucial to mastering syntax and logic. Join communities like Stack Overflow or Reddit’s r/java to seek help and share experiences. Work on real projects such as developing small applications or contributing to open-source projects. Coursera offers Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals Duke University or comprehensive learning.‎

    Java courses on Coursera cover a wide range of fundamental and advanced programming skills including:

    • Basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language
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    • Data structures and algorithms implemented in Java
    • Graphical User Interface (GUI) development with Java Swing and JavaFX
    • Multithreading and concurrency
    • Network programming and Java's input/output (IO) libraries
    • Integration of Java applications with databases using JDBC
    • Building and deploying robust Java applications on various platforms‎

    No prior programming experience is required to start beginner Java courses. The curriculum is designed to support learners at all levels:

    • Beginners can start with introductory Java programming concepts and simple coding exercises.
    • Intermediate learners can develop more complex applications and explore Java's advanced features.
    • Advanced professionals can deepen their understanding of software engineering principles in Java, such as design patterns and system architecture.

    Test your Java skills with our Java Skill Assessment to gauge your proficiency and readiness for advanced topics.‎

    Java courses on Coursera offer several credential options:

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    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate proficiency in specific areas like mobile development or web applications with Java
    • These credentials are valuable for showcasing your Java expertise to potential employers or enhancing your career in software development.‎

    Skills in Java can lead to numerous career opportunities in the tech industry, including:

    • Software Developer specializing in Java
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    • Backend Developer working on enterprise-level applications
    • Systems Analyst implementing Java-based solutions
    • Software Engineer designing and developing large-scale software systems
    • Professionals in these roles use Java to build efficient, scalable, and secure software applications that power countless devices and systems worldwide.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including Java. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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