Core Java - Introduction to
Programming
Presented by Vtech Integrated
Solutions
Why Learn Programming?
• Everything around us runs on software:
smartphones, ATMs, smart TVs, websites.
• Programming = Logical thinking + Creativity
• In-demand skill: Jobs, freelancing,
entrepreneurship
A Brief History of Programming
• 1940s: Assembly Language, Punch Cards
• 1950s–70s: FORTRAN, COBOL, C
• 1990s: C++, Java (1995), Visual Basic
• 2000s: Web Tech (PHP, Python, JS)
• Today: Java, Python, AI, Cloud
What is Java?
• High-level, object-oriented programming
language
• Platform Independent – WORA (Write Once,
Run Anywhere)
• Syntax similar to C/C++
• Created by James Gosling at Sun Microsystems
• Now owned by Oracle
How Java Works (Behind the
Scenes)
• 1. Code in `.java` file
• 2. Compile using `javac` → Bytecode `.class`
• 3. Run on JVM → Platform independent
execution
Where is Java Used?
• Android App Development
• Banking & Enterprise Software
• Web Applications (Spring Boot, JSP)
• Big Data (Hadoop)
• Embedded Systems (Smart Cards)
• Games (e.g., Minecraft)
Why Choose Java Today?
• Robust, Secure
• Object-Oriented (Modular Design)
• Large Community & Open Source Tools
• API Rich (JDK Libraries)
• Great Career Scope
Who Uses Java?
• Companies: Google, Amazon, IBM, Infosys,
Flipkart, Netflix
• Applications: UPI, IRCTC, Banking Systems,
Stock Trading Platforms
What Will You Learn in This
Course?
• Basic Topics: Syntax, Variables, Data Types,
Operators, Conditions, Loops
• Advanced Topics: OOP Concepts, Collections,
File I/O, Exception Handling, Multithreading,
JDBC
Fun Fact + Icebreaker
• "Java is used on over 3 billion devices
worldwide!"
• Question: Do you use Android apps? Ever
thought about how they're built?
Your First Homework
• ✅ Install JDK (Java 17+)
• ✅ Install IntelliJ / Eclipse IDE
• ✅ Write your first Java Program (Hello World!)
• ✅ Explore who James Gosling is
Thank You
• Let’s begin your journey in Java Programming!
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