Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer Certification Overview OCP

Overview:

Introduction:

This training program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

This training program prepares participants for the Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer (OCP Java SE 8) certification, focusing on advanced Java programming techniques and new features in Java SE 8. It's designed to boost their expertise in Java development and ensure successful certification outcomes.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Master Java SE 8 features like lambda expressions and stream API.
• Enhance their understanding of Java class design and object-oriented principles.
• Effectively use Java’s I/O, collections, JDBC, and concurrency APIs.
• Develop applications that are robust, efficient, and scalable.
• Prepare for the Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer exam.

Targeted Audience:

• Java Developers
• Software Engineers
• Programmers seeking Oracle Java SE 8 certification
• IT Professionals upgrading their Java programming skills

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Advanced Java Class Design:

• Implementing encapsulation and creating robust classes.
• Using inheritance effectively and understanding polymorphism.
• Designing with interfaces and abstract classes for flexibility.
• Managing nested, inner, and anonymous classes.
• Employing design patterns for solving complex problems.

Unit 2:

Mastering Java Data Handling and Collections:

• Manipulating data using Java’s String, Number, and Date classes.
• Handling files and directories using Java NIO.2.
• Optimizing collections usage for performance improvements.
• Implementing error handling and exception mechanisms.
• Understanding and applying generics to ensure type safety.

Unit 3:

 Utilizing Java SE 8 Features and Stream API:

• Integrating lambda expressions to simplify code.
• Streamlining data processing with Java Stream API.
• Enhancing application performance with concurrency models.
• Utilizing Optional class to handle nulls effectively.
• Applying functional interfaces for clean and maintainable code.

Unit 4:

Developing Database Applications with JDBC:

• Establishing and managing database connections using JDBC.
• Executing SQL queries and updating data efficiently.
• Implementing transaction management to ensure data integrity.
• Utilizing Prepared Statement and Callable Statement.
• Managing large datasets with batch processing and retrieval methods.

Unit 5:

Preparing for the OCP Java SE 8 Exam:

• Reviewing the exam format and understanding the question styles.
• Focusing on critical topics and understanding core objectives.
• Practicing with exam simulations and sample questions.
• Utilizing the best study resources and materials for thorough preparation.

Note: This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.