OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification Guide

Summary

OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification Guide prepares you for the 1Z0-808 with complete coverage of the exam. You'll explore important Java topics as you systematically learn what's required to successfully pass the test.

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About the Book

To earn the OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification, you have to know your Java inside and out, and to pass the exam you need to understand the test itself. This book cracks open the questions, exercises, and expectations you'll face on the OCA exam so you'll be ready and confident on test day.

OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification Guide prepares Java developers for the 1Z0-808 with thorough coverage of Java topics typically found on the exam. Each chapter starts with a list of exam objectives mapped to section numbers, followed by sample questions and exercises that reinforce key concepts. You'll learn techniques and concepts in multiple ways, including memorable analogies, diagrams, flowcharts, and lots of well-commented code. You'll also get the scoop on common exam mistakes and ways to avoid traps and pitfalls.

What's Inside

• Covers all exam topics
• Hands-on coding exercises
• Flowcharts, UML diagrams, and other visual aids
• How to avoid built-in traps and pitfalls
• Complete coverage of the OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I exam (1Z0-808)

About the Reader

Written for developers with a working knowledge of Java who want to earn the OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification.

About the Author

Mala Gupta is a Java coach and trainer who holds multiple Java certifications. Since 2006 she has been actively supporting Java certification as a path to career advancement.

Table of Contents

0. Introduction
1. Java basics
2. Working with Java data types
3. Methods and encapsulation
4. Selected classes from the Java API and arrays
5. Flow control
6. Working with inheritance
7. Exception handling
8. Full mock exam