Full Stack Java Developer Practice Exam
The Full Stack Java Developer exam assesses candidates' proficiency in developing web applications using Java technologies across the entire software stack, including front-end, back-end, and database components. Full stack Java developers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining end-to-end solutions that leverage Java frameworks, libraries, and tools to deliver robust and scalable web applications. This exam covers topics such as Java programming, web development frameworks, front-end technologies, RESTful APIs, database management, and deployment strategies.
Skills Required
- Java Programming: Proficiency in Java programming language, including object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts, data structures, algorithms, exception handling, and multithreading.
- Web Development Frameworks: Familiarity with Java-based web development frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, and JPA for building scalable and maintainable web applications.
- Front-end Technologies: Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for creating interactive user interfaces.
- RESTful API Development: Ability to design, develop, and consume RESTful APIs using Java frameworks like Spring Boot to enable communication between front-end and back-end components.
- Database Management: Understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS) such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, including database design, SQL queries, transaction management, and database integration with Java applications.
Who should take the exam?
- Java Developers: Java developers seeking to expand their skill set and become proficient in full stack development using Java technologies.
- Web Developers: Web developers interested in learning how to build end-to-end web applications using Java for both front-end and back-end development.
- Software Engineers: Software engineers looking to enhance their expertise in Java-based web development and pursue opportunities as full stack developers.
- Computer Science Students: Undergraduate or graduate students studying computer science or related fields who want to gain practical skills in full stack Java development.
- IT Professionals: IT professionals working in software development teams who wish to transition into full stack development roles or lead web application projects.
Course Outline
The Full Stack Java Developer exam covers the following topics :-
Module 1: Introduction to Full Stack Java Development
- Overview of full stack development and its components: front-end, back-end, and database layers.
- Introduction to Java technologies and frameworks commonly used in full stack development.
Module 2: Java Programming Fundamentals
- Core Java concepts, including data types, operators, control flow statements, classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and interfaces.
- Exception handling, multithreading, and input/output (I/O) operations in Java.
Module 3: Web Development with Spring Boot
- Introduction to Spring Boot framework for building Java-based web applications.
- Creating RESTful APIs, handling HTTP requests and responses, and implementing CRUD operations using Spring Boot.
Module 4: Front-end Development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Basics of HTML markup, CSS styling, and JavaScript programming for building interactive web pages.
- Integration of front-end technologies with Java back-end using RESTful APIs.
Module 5: Database Management with MySQL and Hibernate
- Introduction to relational database management systems (RDBMS) and SQL fundamentals.
- Object-relational mapping (ORM) with Hibernate for seamless integration between Java objects and relational databases.
Module 6: Spring MVC for Web Application Development
- Understanding the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architectural pattern.
- Developing web applications using Spring MVC framework for handling HTTP requests, routing, and rendering views.
Module 7: Advanced Spring Features and Security
- Integration of advanced Spring features such as Spring Security for authentication and authorization.
- Implementing security measures to protect web applications from common security threats.
Module 8: Testing and Debugging
- Testing methodologies and frameworks for unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing of Java web applications.
- Debugging techniques and tools for identifying and fixing issues in Java code and web applications.
Module 9: Deployment and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Deployment strategies for deploying Java web applications to various environments, including development, staging, and production.
- Setting up CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Travis CI for automating the build, test, and deployment process.