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Mastering Java 8 Fundamentals

Harness the power of functional programming with Java 8 features

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Created by Matthew Speake

Explore the key features of Java 8 and learn how to use functional programming techniques to write cleaner, more efficient Java code. You'll work with lambdas, streams, method references, and optional APIs, gaining practical skills for real-world Java projects.

Packt | Nov 2020 | 125 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesSoftware Engineering and Architecture, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Related Languages, Java

What You Will Learn

You'll work through practical coding examples that show how Java 8 features work in action. Each topic is broken down with clear explanations and hands-on demos, so you can see how to use new concepts in your own projects. By practicing as you go, you'll build confidence using functional programming in Java.

Key Features

  • Write and apply lambda expressions and functional interfaces in Java code
  • Build and manipulate data pipelines using streams and method references
  • Use optional APIs to handle null values and prevent common errors

Target Audience

This content is designed for Java developers who already understand the basics and want to expand their skills with Java 8. If you're comfortable with core Java and ready to adopt modern programming techniques for cleaner, more robust code, you'll benefit from these focused, practical lessons.

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