Java Programming Essentials: AP Computer Science A (Udemy.com)

AP Computer Science, Java, Java 8, Programming, Objected Oriented Programming, OOP, BlueJ, Eclipse, Java SE

( 44 Reviews )

Created by: Eric Chou

Produced in 2018

What you will learn

Learn essential Java programming skills and master big ideas in computer science
Learn how to do programming and analyze a program
Get prepared for AP Computer Science Exam, and work toward a perfect score 5

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Overall Score : 84 / 100

Course Description

[CS 101A]
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This course covers the first of AP Computer Science which includes complete introduction for Java programming. The course is suitable for people who are seeking for a on-line class for introduction to Java programming, who is preparing for AP Computer Science Exam in high school and who want to sharpen their knowledge in Java.
This part 1 course includes elementary programming in Java, program structures, OOP, and basic data structures. This course revolutionize the way computer science is taught. Instead of teaching textbook chapter by chapter.
This course will be focused on an example program in each lecture. Lucid big idea in computer science will be introduced by the example program. It is followed by explanation of Java syntax and other language features. Practice questions, quizzes, and programming exercises will be given thereafter to enhance the understanding of the idea and to help to improve programming efficiency and test scores.
A spiral study model is suggested for student to build up good programming habits and shorten learning cycles in programming.
I would proudly say that this is one of the best Java Programming course on-line ever.
In this course, you will get:
(1) On-line lectures (with .pdf slides)
(2) sample programs (in Java)
(3) Quiz and exams (in multiple choice format) with solution
(4) AP format exam with solution.
(5) Free-online textbook access.
(6) Free on-line related information links and book chapters.
(7) Demo programs
(8) Lab projects
(9) Chapter projects.
(10) Facebook Q&A support and Gmail responses. Who this course is for:

High School STEM student working toward science and engineering school
Students seek for basic computer knowledge for college preparation
College students who want to sharpen their programming skills
Working individuals who want to learn Java to boost up their career.

Time: 20.5h

Instructor Details

Eric Chou

4.2 Rating
44 Reviews

I love computational research and its application to real world. i have involved in many large-scale computer/communication product research development in many world-leading company such as HP, Micrel, and many startups. I also involved in founding a startup company. I also enjoy sharing my ideas through teaching. I hold many US and international patents in technical fields such as software development, mobile computing, IC design and communication receiver design. I am also a certified coach in Taekwondo in both UAST and AAU.
I also serve as an adjunct faculty for on-line M.S. program in Computer Science/Data Science at Lewis University, IL, USA.

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By Hossam Atef

Very good tutorial :)

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By Cliff Weng

Perfect for anyone who wants to take AP CS course, or even just want to learn Java. I originally signed it up for my son, but I also participate in the class, and I learn a lot! Very happy!

By Pierre Gadea

Great course! Just wish Eclipse or another IDE was used.

By Charina Clemente Suyao

Great!Easytounderstand.

By Arron Choi

This course has the most materials and topics are explained in details.

By Dimitri Hong

Because so far all my questions has been answered and this is exactly what Iâ€™m looking for.

By James Christopher Gaskill

So far so good. I will have better idea later in course.

By Mirza Tazeem Baig

very good course and material

By Chandrasekar Arunachalam

Simple and easy to watch in mobile.

By Eric Chou

Good. I use this account to test my own course from a student point of view.

By Tommy Tang

This course has the college Java Programming course strength. As a college student, I really benefit from Sir's lectures. The examples are given in a well-organized manner. Nothing is perfect. We just need something that works to bring us to the next level solidly.