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Learn Java Online — Free Java Course for Beginners

109 lessons of 5–15 minutes, 87 practical tasks and 739 test questions — a free Java Core course built for beginners who want to actually finish it. No registration.

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Where do you want to start?

Pick the path that fits you today — you can switch any time.

Beginner

New to Java?

Start with the basics. We'll guide you step by step from your first 'Hello World' to writing real classes.

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Practice

Want to practice?

87 practical tasks grouped by module and level, with hints and solutions for many of them. Write the code in your own IDE.

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Test yourself

Verify your knowledge

Take a free test, find your level, and discover what to learn next.

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What you will learn: 16 modules of Java Core

From your first program and Java syntax to OOP, lambdas and the Stream API: 109 lessons, 87 practical tasks and 739 test questions. Every module has lessons, tasks and tests.

  1. 1 What Is Java? Introduction to Java Programming 5 lessons
  2. 2 How to Create and Run Your First Java Application 12 lessons · 2 tasks
  3. 3 Java Syntax Basics: Variables, Identifiers, and Structure 8 lessons · 6 tasks
  4. 4 Basic Operations in Java: Arithmetic and Logical 9 lessons · 6 tasks
  5. 5 Control Flow in Java: if, switch and Loops 7 lessons · 12 tasks
  6. 6 Arrays in Java: How to Create and Use Them 8 lessons · 10 tasks
  7. 7 Object-Oriented Programming in Java (OOP Concepts) 19 lessons · 17 tasks
  8. 8 The static Keyword in Java 4 lessons · 2 tasks
  9. 9 Object Class Methods: equals, hashCode, toString 3 lessons · 3 tasks
  10. 10 Interfaces and Enums in Java 4 lessons · 4 tasks
  11. 11 Wrappers 1 lesson
  12. 12 Lambda Expressions in Java: Syntax and Examples 9 lessons · 7 tasks
  13. 13 Java Stream API: Complete Guide with Examples 6 lessons · 9 tasks
  14. 14 Sorting Algorithms in Java: Basics and Examples 8 lessons · 9 tasks
  15. 15 Inner Classes and Exceptions 2 lessons
  16. 16 Git and GitHub for Beginners: Version Control Basics 4 lessons
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Why learn Java on ExamClouds?

Most online courses get abandoned. This one is built to be finished.

Free

No paywalls, no upsells. Learning should be accessible.

Bite-sized lessons

5–15 min lessons that fit into a busy schedule.

Hands-on tasks

Improve your knowledge with exercises.

Track your progress

Mark lessons as completed — your course progress is saved.

Blog

Short reads on Java concepts, career tips, and real interview questions — written for learners, not academics.

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Video

Video walkthroughs on the ExamClouds YouTube channel for key lessons and practical tasks.

☕ Learning Java Core

Why Learning Java is Essential for Your Career

Java is one of the most popular programming languages in the world — and for good reason. It powers everything from Android apps to large-scale enterprise systems, web platforms, and cloud infrastructure.

Find your first job

Java opens up a world of opportunities. It's in high demand by employers, and knowing Java significantly increases your chances of landing a well-paying role in software development.

Why Java matters for your career

Java's object-oriented structure, cross-platform capabilities, and rich ecosystem make it ideal for both beginners and experienced developers. If you're serious about a tech career, mastering Java is a must.

What's included in the course

Built on the principle of "from simple to complex" — from Java syntax basics to OOP, lambdas and the Stream API. Lessons come with code examples, and every module has practical tasks and tests.

The course is written by Tatyana Milkina, a Senior Java Developer with 10 years in enterprise Java development. Every lesson, task and test is written by hand and kept up to date.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Java course really free?+

Yes. All 109 lessons, 87 practical tasks and 739 test questions are free and need no registration. Nothing is locked behind a paywall.

Can I learn Java with no programming experience?+

Yes, the course is built for learning Java from scratch. It starts with what Java is and how to install the JDK, then goes from simple to complex: syntax, operators, control flow, arrays, OOP, interfaces, lambdas and the Stream API. Lessons take 5 to 15 minutes and come with tasks and tests.

How long does it take to learn Java from scratch?+

The lessons together with the practical tasks take about 54 hours. At around an hour a day that is roughly 2 months. You can go faster or slower: your progress through the lessons is saved.

Is the course enough to get a junior Java developer job?+

The course covers the Java Core fundamentals that interviews check first: syntax, OOP, the Object class, interfaces and enums, exceptions, lambdas and the Stream API, plus Git. For a job you will also need collections, databases and frameworks such as Spring, which are not part of the English course yet.

Do I get a certificate?+

No. ExamClouds does not issue certificates: the course is free and focuses on knowledge you can show in an interview. Use the free Java online test on the site to check your level.

Do I need to install anything?+

Not for the lessons and tests, which work in the browser. For the practical tasks, install the free JDK and IntelliJ IDEA Community; the first lessons of the course show how.

Can I learn on mobile?+

Yes. Lessons and tests work well on a phone. The practical coding tasks are easier on a computer.

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