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5 Introduction to Program

Coding: Java and BlueJ

Learning Outcomes Let’s Learn About

Students will be able to • Introduc on to Java
• Introduc on to BlueJ and Its Features
• learn about Java.
• Object
• learn about BIueJ and its features.
• Class
• describe object and classes. • Features of Object-Oriented Programming
• learn the features of object-oriented programming. • Star ng BlueJ
• explain the need for diff erent data types. • Structure of Java Program
• compile and execute a program. • Fundamentals of Java Language
• Data Types
• use diff erent operators.
• Operators
• Class Declara on

Activity Corner

Name the languages which you can speak fl uently. ____________________________________________
Which language do you speak at home? ________________
Does a computer understand the language we speak?

Yes No

Language has always been a means of communication. It bridges the gap between individuals
and enables them to exchange their thoughts, ideas and feelings. We use languages like
Hindi, Punjabi, English and Spanish to communicate
with people around. Similarly, to communicate with Learn More
a computer, we use a variety of languages known as
Syntax is known as the grammar
programming languages. A programming language has of a programming language.

its own rules that are called syntax.
A computer is capable of performing varied types of tasks. From simple mathematical
calculations to complex ones, and from simple designs to complex multimedia animations,
a computer can do it all.

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