Modern Java - Mastering Features from Java 8 to Java 21

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the modern features of Java from Java 8 to Java 25. This course will guide you through the evolution of Java, highlighting significant changes and innovations, from Lambdas and Streams to new syntax and pattern matching. You'll dive deep into hands-on labs and real-world use cases, gaining a solid understanding of modern Java features that are crucial for building efficient, maintainable applications. The course is structured to take you from the basics of Lambda expressions and functional interfaces to advanced topics like Streams API, method references, and modular programming with JPMS. By working through these topics step by step, you will also explore advanced stream processing techniques and the new HttpClient API, helping you tackle real-world programming challenges. The course is ideal for developers looking to enhance their Java skills and adopt modern techniques. Whether you’re developing new applications or refactoring legacy code, this course will make you proficient in using Java's latest features. Expect a combination of theory and practical labs to make the learning process smooth and engaging. By the end of the course, you will be able to implement Lambda expressions and functional interfaces, apply the Streams API for data processing, utilize pattern matching and sealed classes, and understand Java's modularity system for better project structure. You’ll also learn how to build real-time applications using modern Java features like HttpClient, and how to take advantage of GitHub Copilot to streamline your development process.