Database Management with Java and SQL

This module lays the foundation for understanding and working with databases. It covers the fundamentals of database systems, including table structures, data types, and relationships. You'll learn essential SQL skills for querying and manipulating data, starting with basic filters and progressing to more complex operations like sorting and aggregating. The module then explores various join techniques, teaching you how to combine information from multiple tables effectively. Through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on activities, you'll gain practical experience in database creation, querying, and data retrieval. By the end of this module, you'll have a solid grasp of basic database principles and SQL operations, preparing you for more advanced database concepts later in the course.

In this module, you'll explore how to connect Java applications with databases using JDBC, starting with the basics of JDBC architecture and how to make your first database connection from Java. You'll learn how set up your environment, load drivers, and establish connections. You'll also dive into connection management, covering handy techniques like using DataSource and taking care of connection lifecycles. As you progress, you'll also explore working with Data Definition Language (DDL) and Data Manipulation Language (DML)—learning how to create, modify, and drop tables, and handle transactions like a pro. Through interactive activities and practical exercises, you'll build the skills needed to write Java code that smoothly interacts with databases, setting you up to create strong, database-powered applications.

In this module, you'll dive into building graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for database apps using JavaFX. You'll start by setting up projects and creating basic GUIs, getting hands-on with event handling. Then, you'll connect your JavaFX apps to databases, learning how to fetch and display data smoothly. You'll also tackle error handling for database operations. As you progress, you'll explore advanced UI techniques like using SceneBuilder for design, data binding, and adding features like search. By the end, you'll confidently create interactive, database-powered Java applications.

In this final module, you'll bring everything together from the course to build a Library Management System as your capstone project. You’ll get hands-on experience integrating database design, SQL, Java programming, and JavaFX to create a complete application. Along the way, you'll reflect on your learning through a self-assessment and a final quiz, helping reinforce key concepts. You’ll also look ahead to explore potential next steps in your database management and Java programming journey, setting the stage for future growth.