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Prerequisite Knowledge
To optimize your chances of success in the Java Web Developer Nanodegree program, we recommend intermediate knowledge of Java.See detailed requirements.
Spring Boot Basics
Learn the fundamentals of Java while being introduced to a Spring Boot framework and associated integrations and plugins.
Build a Web-based Personal Storage ApplicationWeb Services and APIs
Explore the differences between web services, APIs, and microservices. Develop REST and GraphQL APIs, and learn how to secure, consume, document, and test those APIs and web services.
Build the Back-end System for a Car WebsiteData Stores & Persistence
Build applications that read and write to relational databases using both the Java Persistence API (JPA) and SQL. Use standard design patterns to make your persistence layer easy to test and integrate with a Spring Boot application
Design the Data Model for a SaaS ApplicationSecurity and DevOps
Learn about Git, version control, and best practices for authorization and authentication. Use Jenkins to build a CI/CD pipeline to deploy code to production.
Implement Authorization for an eCommerce Application
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Kesha Williams
Instructor
Kesha has over 20 years experience in software development and is a software engineering manager at Chick-fil-A, routinely leading innovation teams in proving out the use of cloud services to solve complex business problems. She was recently named an Alexa Champion by Amazon.
Sareeta Panda
Instructor
Sareeta is a Java enthusiast and Senior Developer at Walmart e-Commerce. She specializes in Enterprise Application development with Java and Kafka, NoSQL, Spring security, and CI/CD. Sareeta has over a decade of experience, spanning recently acquired startups to top Fortune 500 companies.
Peter Zastoupil
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Peter Zastoupil is an enterprise developer and technical administrator. He has seven years of on-the-job experience building features for massive enterprise Java servers, and over four years of teaching those skills to new developers.
Alex Pritchard
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Alex is a Senior Software Engineer for CPA Global. He is excited to combine his background as a music educator with more than a decade of enterprise Java experience to help create this practical course on Data Stores and Persistence.
Real-world projects from industry experts
With real world projects and immersive content built in partnership with top tier companies, you’ll master the tech skills companies want.
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Our knowledgeable mentors guide your learning and are focused on answering your questions, motivating you and keeping you on track.
Personal career coach and career services
You’ll have access to career coaching sessions, interview prep advice, and resume and online professional profile reviews to help you grow in your career.
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Why take this Nanodegree program?
Java has been one of the most popular programming languages in the world for over 20 years, and most Fortune 500 companies rely on Java for their back-end architecture. In this program, you’ll learn to build, test, and deploy back-end infrastructure(s) using Java, and complete real-world projects to share with current or prospective employers to demonstrate mastery of the skills that are in high-demand at a wide range of companies.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW - WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS PROGRAM?
Why should I enroll?
Java is one of the most popular programming languages in the world, and a majority of large enterprises rely on Java for their back-end architecture. In this Nanodegree program, you’ll learn to build and deploy back-end infrastructure(s) using Java, and graduates will have real-world projects to share with current or prospective employers to demonstrate mastery of these high-demand skills.What jobs will this program prepare me for?
The addition of Java skills to your developer toolkit is an excellent move for any developer seeking a critical career advantage. This program emphasizes practical coding skills that demonstrate your ability to build, test, and deploy back-end infrastructure using Java, and will prepare you for a variety of engineering roles that leverage the Java language.
It is designed for people with an existing background in Java programming who are looking to build a strong foundation in Java to either advance within their current field or position themselves to learn more advanced skills for a career transition.How do I know if this program is right for me?
If you are interested in building out the infrastructure that powers and supports the many web, desktop, mobile, and integrated applications in the business world, this program is a great fit for you.
Additionally, if you are a developer who doesn’t have any back-end experience, or a back-end developer who doesn’t know Java, this is a great place to build upon your existing skill set.
Enrollment and Admission
Do I need to apply? What are the admission criteria?
No. This Nanodegree program accepts all applicants, regardless of experience and specific background.What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
To enroll, you should have intermediate knowledge of Java. Some web development experience is desirable, but not required.
Students should also be able to:- Initialize and use primitive Java data types (i.e. float, int, etc)
- Select and use Collections from java.util.Collections
- Design and create classes and class methods in Java
- Create interfaces and subclasses in Java
- Launch Java applications from an IDE
- Write basic queries in SQL
If I do not meet the requirements to enroll, what should I do?
If you believe you need more preparation, here are some additional resources you can use:
TUITION AND TERM OF PROGRAM
How is this Nanodegree program structured?
The Java Web Developer Nanodegree program is comprised of content and curriculum to support 4 (four) projects. We estimate that students can complete the program in four (4) months, working 5-10 hours per week.
Each project will be reviewed by the Udacity reviewer network. Feedback will be provided and if you do not pass the project, you will be asked to resubmit the project until it passes.How long is this Nanodegree program?
Access to this Nanodegree program runs for the length of time specified in the payment card above. If you do not graduate within that time period, you will continue learning with month to month payments. See the Terms of Use and FAQs for other policies regarding the terms of access to our Nanodegree programs.Can I switch my start date? Can I get a refund?
Please see the Udacity Nanodegree program FAQs for policies on enrollment in our programs.
Software & Hardware
What software and versions will I need for this program?
For this Nanodegree program, you will need a desktop or laptop computer running recent versions of Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux, and an unmetered broadband Internet connection. There are no additional hardware or software requirements for this program, other than those outlined on Udacity's general Technology Requirements page.