Databases are the backbone of modern applications, powering everything from large scale enterprise systems to web applications.  

This course gives you the comprehensive grounding you need to work with databases using Java programming. Whether you have a little or no knowledge of databases, if you’re keen to understand the different types of databases and how to work with these databases using Java, this course is for you!   

During the course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of databases and Java Database Connectivity (JDBC). You’ll get hands-on developing database applications using Spring Boot. Plus, you’ll work with Hibernate and explore other databases such as NoSQL, SQL Graph and time series databases.  

Throughout the course, you’ll complete hands-on labs and gain valuable practical experience applying your skills. Plus, you’ll complete a final project where you apply your knowledge to a real-world scenario; great for chatting about in interviews!  

If you’re looking to build the job-ready skills you need to develop Java applications with databases, enroll today.

Module 1: Fundamentals of Databases and JDBC

This module introduces the foundational concepts of relational databases and their integration with Java using JDBC. It covers database design basics, setting up connections, and performing CRUD operations programmatically.

Module 2: Spring Boot for Database Applications

This module explores the use of Spring Boot to simplify database-driven application development. It covers configuring Spring Boot with databases, using Spring Data JPA for CRUD operations, and exposing database functionality through RESTful APIs. The module encourages active participation through practical exercises.

Module 3: Hibernate and Other Databases

This module provides an in-depth understanding of Hibernate as an ORM framework. It also explains the role in handling complex database interactions. Learners will explore advanced entity relationships, caching, and query optimization. It also walks you through other modern data storage solutions such as NoSQL databases, Graph databases, and time series databases.

Module 4: Final Project and Course Wrap-up

This module provides an opportunity for learners to develop the backend for a retail management system to be exclusively used by the admin users. You’ll be using Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate. The system will use MySQL for structured data and a NoSQL database for unstructured data. 

To get the most out of this course, you should be comfortable with the following topics and technologies:

This course requires knowledge of software engineering and Java development fundamentals, experience with using the Git and GitHub environments, and a good working knowledge of the Spring framework.