Archive for the ‘Java VTM’ Category

Java VTM09 – OpenGL and Java

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

This video looks at how we can use the OpenGL graphics library in our Java programs. This video was an entry in a competition on 3dbuzz.com. As such, it doesn’t flow on from the previous videos, just consider it a bonus. (more…)

Java VTM08 – Intro To Eclipse

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

This video gives an overview of the Eclipse IDE. Eclipse is a feature packed Java development environment that is also free and open source. In this video we see how we create projects in eclipse and run our programs. (more…)

Java VTM07 – Arrays

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

Our first look at a data structure – arrays. First we talk about what arrays are, then explain how we can use them with loops to do something useful. We also have a look at the String[] argument to the main method. (more…)

Java VTM06 – Strings & Objects

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

Our first look at objects in Java. There is a lot to cover, so in this video we focus on strings, and how we use methods to manipulate them. (more…)

Java VTM05 – Loops

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

This video introduces looping. For, While and Do While loops are covered. Finally, a simple way to do repetitive tasks. (more…)

Java VTM04 – Control Structures

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

This video looks at control structures. Specifically, if/else blocks and switch blocks. By the end of it you will be able to write programs that make decisions on what to do. (more…)

Java VTM03 – Arithmetic Operators

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

In this video we look at arithmetic operators, enabling us to do some calculations in our programs. (more…)

Java VTM02 – Datatypes & Variables

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

This video introduces you to the primitive datatypes in available in Java. We also look at variables to show how we can store data. (more…)

Java VTM01 – Intro To Java

Sunday, December 9th, 2007

This video walks through the process of installing and setting up the Java development kit. It then introduces you to your first program, the ubiquitous Hello World. (more…)

Java VTM: Series 1 Errata

Thursday, April 5th, 2007

Well, the Java VTM series 1 has been incredibly well recieved. Thankyou everyone for your support and comments about my videos. However, I’ve got a couple of things to fix regarding the videos, so here are some series 1 corrections. (more…)