Introduction to Java /
Class and Method
Day 05
Introduction to Java, Method, Classes
What is Java?
Java is a widely-used Object Oriented Programming language for coding applications. It has been a
popular choice among developers for over two decades, with millions of Java applications in use today.
Java is a multi-platform, object-oriented, and network-centric language that can be used as a platform
in itself. It is a fast, secure, reliable programming language for coding everything from mobile apps and
enterprise software to big data applications and server-side technologies.
Classes and Object
When we consider a Java program, it can be defined as a collection of objects that
communicate via invoking each other's methods. Let us now briefly look into what do class,
object, methods, and instance variables mean.
• Object − Objects have states and behaviors. Example: A dog has states - color, name,
breed as well as behavior such as wagging their tail, barking, eating. An object is an
instance of a class.
• Class − A class can be defined as a template/blueprint that describes the
behavior/state that the object of its type supports.
• Methods − A method is basically a behavior. A class can contain many methods. It is
in methods where the logics are written, data is manipulated and all the actions are
executed.
• Instance Variables − Each object has its unique set of instance variables. An object's
state is created by the values assigned to these instance variables.
Let us look at a simple code that will print the words Hello World.
Example
class RedApple {
public static void main(String [] args) {
[Link]("Hello World"); // prints Hello World
}
}
Let's look at how to save the file, compile, and run the program. Please follow the
subsequent steps,
• Open notepad and add the code as above.
• Save the file as: [Link] ([Link]) / File Type is “all files”
• Open the command prompt window and go to the directory using “cd” where you
saved the class. Assume it's C:\.
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• Type 'javac [Link]' and press enter to compile your code. If there are no errors
in your code, the command prompt will take you to the next line (Assumption : The
path variable is set).
• Now, type ' java RedApple ' to run your program.
• You will be able to see ' Hello World ' printed on the window.
About Java programs, it is very important to keep in mind the following points.
• Class Names − For all class names the first letter should be in Upper Case. If several
words are used to form a name of the class, each inner word's first letter should be
in Upper Case.
Example: class RedApple
• Method Names − All method names should start with a Lower Case letter. If several
words are used to form the name of the method, then each inner word's first letter
should be in Upper Case.
Example: public void myMethodName()
• Program File Name − Name of the program file should exactly match the class name.
Example: Assume 'RedApple' is the class name. Then the file should be saved as '
[Link]'
public static void main(String args[]) − Java program processing starts from the main() method which
is a mandatory part of every Java program.
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