https://github.com/blaze2216/java-learning-journey
🚀 My Java learning journey from basics to advanced concepts. 10+ well-documented programs covering fundamentals, loops, user input, and algorithms. Each program includes detailed comments and demonstrates clean coding practices.
https://github.com/blaze2216/java-learning-journey
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🚀 My Java learning journey from basics to advanced concepts. 10+ well-documented programs covering fundamentals, loops, user input, and algorithms. Each program includes detailed comments and demonstrates clean coding practices.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/blaze2216/java-learning-journey
- Owner: Blaze2216
- Created: 2025-07-17T16:38:14.000Z (5 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-07-27T16:58:13.000Z (5 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-07-27T18:54:59.033Z (5 months ago)
- Topics: algorithms, beginner, best-practices, coding-journey, documentation, education, java, learning, programming, tutorial
- Language: Java
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- Size: 24.4 KB
- Stars: 2
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
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README
# 🚀 My Java Learning Journey
Welcome to my Java programming repository! This is where I document my progress as I learn Java from the ground up. Each program represents a step forward in my understanding of Java concepts and programming fundamentals.
## 📚 About This Repository
This repository contains my Java learning projects, organized by concepts and difficulty. I'm committed to:
- Writing clean, well-commented code
- Following Java best practices
- Documenting my learning process
- Committing regularly to track my progress
## 📁 Repository Structure
```
JAVA/
├── 01-basics/ # Java fundamentals
│ ├── HelloWorld.java # Classic first program
│ ├── Message.java # User input and string handling
│ └── SwapNumbers.java # Variable swapping technique
├── 02-control-structures/ # If-else, switch, ternary operators
│ └── OddEven.java # Check if number is odd or even
├── 03-loops/ # For, while, do-while loops
│ ├── IsPrime.java # Check if number is prime
│ ├── Prime.java # Prime checker with user input
│ ├── Palindrome.java # Check if number is palindrome
│ ├── Palindrome2.java # Enhanced palindrome checker
│ ├── ReverseNumber.java # Reverse digits of a number
│ ├── ReverseNumber2.java # Enhanced number reversal
│ ├── Factorial.java # Calculate factorial of a number
│ └── Factorial2.java # Enhanced factorial calculator
├── 04-arrays/ # Array operations (coming soon)
├── 05-strings/ # String manipulation (coming soon)
├── 06-methods/ # Functions and methods (coming soon)
├── 07-object-oriented/ # Classes, objects, inheritance (coming soon)
└── 08-advanced/ # Advanced concepts (coming soon)
```
## 🎯 Current Progress
### ✅ Completed Programs
1. **HelloWorld.java** - The classic first program
- Concepts: Basic syntax, System.out.println()
2. **Message.java** - User input and string handling
- Concepts: Scanner class, user input, string operations, resource management
3. **SwapNumbers.java** - Variable swapping technique
- Concepts: Variable manipulation, temporary variables, multiple integer inputs
4. **OddEven.java** - Determine if a number is odd or even
- Concepts: Modulo operator, ternary operator, conditional logic
5. **IsPrime.java** - Check if a number is prime
- Concepts: For loops, conditional statements, mathematical logic
6. **Prime.java** - Interactive prime number checker
- Concepts: User input with loops, divisor counting, interactive programming
7. **Palindrome.java** - Check if a number reads the same forwards and backwards
- Concepts: While loops, mathematical operations, variable manipulation
8. **ReverseNumber.java** - Reverse the digits of a number
- Concepts: While loops, modulo and division operations
9. **Factorial.java** - Calculate the factorial of a number
- Concepts: For loops, accumulator pattern, mathematical calculations
10. **Factorial2.java** - Enhanced factorial calculator with input validation
- Concepts: Advanced input handling, error checking, improved algorithms
11. **Palindrome2.java** - Enhanced palindrome checker with better logic
- Concepts: Improved algorithms, code optimization, enhanced user experience
12. **ReverseNumber2.java** - Enhanced number reversal with additional features
- Concepts: Advanced number manipulation, improved code structure
### 🔄 Currently Learning
- Advanced loop patterns and optimizations
- User input validation and error handling
- Code refactoring and improvement techniques
- Algorithm efficiency and best practices
### 📋 Next Up
- Array operations and manipulation
- String processing and methods
- Method creation and parameter passing
- Object-oriented programming fundamentals
## 🏆 Key Achievements
- ✅ **12 Programs Completed** - From basic output to advanced algorithms
- ✅ **User Input Mastery** - Successfully implemented Scanner for interactive programs
- ✅ **Variable Manipulation** - Mastered swapping techniques and temporary variables
- ✅ **Loop Expertise** - Mastered for, while, and do-while loops
- ✅ **Mathematical Logic** - Implemented prime checking, palindromes, and factorials
- ✅ **Interactive Programming** - Created user-friendly programs with input validation
- ✅ **Code Evolution** - Created enhanced versions showing learning progression
- ✅ **Best Practices** - Consistent commenting, documentation, and resource management
## 🛠️ How to Run
Each Java file can be compiled and run independently:
```bash
# Compile
javac ProgramName.java
# Run
java ProgramName
```
## 📖 Learning Resources
- Oracle Java Documentation
- Java tutorials and online courses
- Programming practice platforms
- Code review and best practices guides
## 🎯 Goals
- [ ] Master Java fundamentals
- [ ] Learn object-oriented programming concepts
- [ ] Build projects with real-world applications
- [ ] Contribute to open-source Java projects
- [ ] Develop problem-solving skills
## 📈 Progress Tracking
| Date | Program | Concepts Learned | Status |
|------|---------|------------------|--------|
| Day 1 | HelloWorld | Basic syntax, output | ✅ Complete |
| Day 2 | Message | Scanner, user input, resource management | ✅ Complete |
| Day 3 | SwapNumbers | Variable manipulation, swapping technique | ✅ Complete |
| Day 4 | OddEven | Ternary operator, modulo | ✅ Complete |
| Day 5 | IsPrime | For loops, prime logic | ✅ Complete |
| Day 6 | Prime | Interactive prime checking, user input loops | ✅ Complete |
| Day 7 | Palindrome | While loops, number reversal | ✅ Complete |
| Day 8 | ReverseNumber | Mathematical operations | ✅ Complete |
| Day 9 | Factorial | For loops, accumulator pattern | ✅ Complete |
| Day 10 | Factorial2 | Enhanced algorithms, input validation | ✅ Complete |
| Day 11 | Palindrome2 | Code optimization, improved logic | ✅ Complete |
| Day 12 | ReverseNumber2 | Advanced number manipulation | ✅ Complete |
## 🤝 Connect With Me
Feel free to:
- Review my code and suggest improvements
- Share learning resources
- Collaborate on projects
- Ask questions about my learning journey
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> "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu
*Last updated: July 25, 2025*