Beginner

• Find learning materials that teach the basics of Java.


• Start creating small projects or applications by following tutorials.


• Familiarize yourself with syntax as well as major classes and packages.


• Make sure to practice with every concept you learn. The more practice you do, the easier it’ll be to recall the concept. Plus, practice makes perfect!


• Create a study plan that you can follow consistently each week. A little each week is better than trying to do a whole lot every day, and then failing and giving up.


• Visit our “resources” section for Java and review each of the “beginner” resources.

Intermediate

• By the intermediate stage, you need to start understanding not just how to use classes but how they work. Looking into concepts like Object-Oriented Programming will help you better understand the language as a whole.


• Begin to design apps and projects without using tutorials. Feel free to learn to use concepts such as GUI or web design to make the programs more interesting.


• Learn to use documentation to understand different functions and libraries in Java.


• Get familiar with niche areas in Java such as reflection.


• Visit our “resources” section for Java and review each of the “intermediate” resources.

Advanced

• By this stage, you should be very familiar with if not a master of documentation.


• Start focusing on optimization and performance. The goal is not just to code something to functionality but also to code it in the most efficient way possible.


• Start working on even bigger projects. Collaborate with others if possible!


• Visit our “resources” section for Java and review each of the “advanced” resources.