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      Packt

      Advanced Java Programming and Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Java Programming, Test Automation, File Management, Web Applications, Apache, Debugging, Programming Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Zero to Hero: Master Java SpringBoot & JPA with Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Spring Boot, Version Control, Restful API, Object-Relational Mapping, Java Programming, Hibernate (Java), Java, Web Services, JUnit, Authentications, Postman API Platform, User Accounts, Secure Coding, API Design, JSON, Database Management Systems, Model View Controller

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Supermarket app using Java OOP

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Design, Software Testing, Application Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Mastering Java and Advanced Tools for Selenium Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Selenium (Software), Apache Maven, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Issue Tracking, Test Automation, Behavior-Driven Development, Test Execution Engine, Test Case, Integration Testing, Data Structures

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta React

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Development, API Design, UI Components, Unit Testing, Javascript, JSON, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Integration Testing, Development Environment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Building Modern Distributed Systems with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Java, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Middleware, Service Management, Database Management Systems, Apache Kafka, NoSQL, Event-Driven Programming, Microservices, Scalability, Load Balancing, Restful API

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Agentic systems, Software Design, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Les Expressions Lambda et Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Functional Design, Development Environment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Test Driven Development in Java for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Case, Program Development, Development Testing, Java Programming, Java

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Java Development Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Continuous Integration, Model View Controller, CI/CD, Database Design, Application Deployment, Software Design Documents, Agile Methodology, Front-End Web Development, Spring Boot, Java, Restful API, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, User Story, Application Programming Interface (API), HTML and CSS, Data Validation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Projet de programmation (en Java)

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Test Driven Development (TDD), Development Environment, Simulations, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Programming Principles, Javascript, Web Design, Computer Programming, Image Analysis, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced Java Programming and Web Development: Packt
    • Zero to Hero: Master Java SpringBoot & JPA with Projects: Packt
    • Create a Supermarket app using Java OOP: Coursera Project Network
    • Mastering Java and Advanced Tools for Selenium Automation: Packt
    • Meta React: Meta
    • Building Modern Distributed Systems with Java: Packt
    • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Les Expressions Lambda et Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Test Driven Development in Java for Beginners : Coursera Project Network
    • Java Development Capstone Project: IBM

    Why Learn Java?

    Java is a widely used programming language known for its portability, performance, and reliability. It's a foundational skill in software development, powering everything from mobile apps and enterprise systems to cloud applications. Learning Java can help you build scalable solutions and prepare for in-demand roles in tech.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Java

    Top Java courses on Coursera include Duke University’s Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Programming in Java. You can also find Java courses from institutions like UC San Diego and the University of Pennsylvania that teach both basic and advanced concepts.‎

    Yes. Many Java courses offer a free audit option. You can access most of the course videos and materials at no cost. If you want a certificate or access to graded assignments and feedback, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to write Java programs, understand object-oriented programming, work with data structures, and debug and test your code. Some courses also cover topics like algorithms, GUI development, and Android app creation using Java.‎

    Not at all. Many beginner-friendly Java courses are available on Coursera and are designed to help you start coding from scratch. You’ll build a strong foundation before moving on to more advanced topics.‎

    Yes. Java is widely used in software development, backend systems, Android apps, and enterprise applications. Completing a Java course or certificate on Coursera can help you build in-demand skills, practice with real coding exercises, and show employers what you’ve learned.‎

    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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