Object Oriented Concepts in Java - Part 1

Summary and Resources for Further Reading

In this article I took you on a whirlwind tour of the main concepts of object oriented programming that figure prominently in the Java programming language. These concepts are the elements of the language that set it apart from other languages, making Java at once a challenge to master as well as a refreshing step up in power and convenience when compared to other languages.

In Part Two of this article, we'll explore some of the more advanced features of classes, Objects, properties, and methods, and even discuss some principles of good class design.

In the meantime, you might like to take a little time to explore some of the built-in classes that Java provides. The online Java 2 Platform API Specification gives you the complete list, along with descriptions of all properties and methods of every single class. Try not to be intimidated by the sheer number of classes available; even I don't know them all by heart!