What skills can I learn in Java courses on Coursera?

Java courses on Coursera cover a wide range of fundamental and advanced programming skills including: Basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language Object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts using Java Error handling and debugging techniques 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

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What career opportunities are available with skills in Java?

Skills in Java can lead to numerous career opportunities in the tech industry, including: Software Developer specializing in Java Android App Developer using Java 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.

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Best Java Courses & Certificates [2025]

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Duke University
Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design, Data Structures, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Software Engineering, Cryptography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Programming Principles, Javascript, Encryption, Algorithms, Program Development, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
22K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
LearnQuest
Core Java
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines, Data Structures, Development Environment, Debugging, File Management
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
2.5K reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Multiple educators
Object Oriented Programming in Java
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Software Testing, Cryptography, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning, Encryption, Algorithms, Graphical Tools, Software Engineering, Program Development, Programming Principles
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
15K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Board Infinity
Java FullStack Developer
Skills you'll gain: Angular, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Eclipse (Software), JavaScript Frameworks, Spring Boot, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Restful API, Java Programming, Model View Controller, Object Oriented Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Software Development Tools, Spring Framework, Java, Web Services, Javascript, Integrated Development Environments
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
493 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
LearnQuest
Introduction to Java
Skills you'll gain: Java, Eclipse (Software), Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
2K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Introducción a Java
Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Algorithms, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Software Documentation, Debugging, Development Environment
4.1
Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
928 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Board Infinity
Fundamentals of Java Programming
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Tools, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
383 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California San Diego
Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Peer Review, Interviewing Skills, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Performance Tuning, Algorithms
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
7.2K reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Program Development, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Web Scraping
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
8K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Board Infinity
Data Structures & Backend with Java
Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Restful API, Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Java, Java Programming, Web Services, Back-End Web Development, Data Structures, Application Security, Application Development
4.2
Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Google Cloud
Building Scalable Java Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Google App Engine, Cloud Applications, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Java, Software Architecture, Data Migration, Cloud Services, Application Performance Management, Databases, Cloud Storage
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
1.3K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Introduction to Programming with Python and Java
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
1.8K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months