Java and Its Features

"After completing this module, learners will be able to:

1. understand the core features of Java, including its platform independence, object-oriented nature, and robustness in software development.

2. write, compile, and execute simple Java programs, such as printing messages to the console using System.out.println().

3. differentiate between JDK, JRE, and JVM, and understand their roles in Java development, from writing and compiling code to running Java applications.

4. navigate IntelliJ IDEA, an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), and understand its features for creating, editing, and managing Java projects effectively.

5. identify and utilize different data types in Java, including primitive types (int, double) and reference types (objects, arrays).

6. define and use identifiers in Java, adhering to naming rules and conventions for variables, methods, classes, and other elements.

7. recognize Java keywords and understand their predefined meanings and usage within Java programs (e.g., public, static, class).

8. utilize Java operators (arithmetic, relational, logical) to perform operations and manipulate data within Java programs.

9. implement the Scanner class in Java to read user input during program execution, handling different data types and exceptions effectively.