Advanced Java Swing Programming

Advanced JFC Programming

The Advanced Java Swing Programming training course is the follow-on course to Introduction to Java Swing Programming.

The Advanced Java Swing Programming course focuses on the more complex JFC components, like the JTree component and the JTable component. In addition to exploring the more advanced component set, Advanced JFC Programming examines the Pluggable-Look-And-Feel (PLAF) framework, custom component development using the Model-View-Controller Delegate architecture (MVC Delegate architecture), along with usability and GUI design principles.

This course can include a discussion an introductory NetBeans Rich-Client-Platform or the Eclipse SWT if desired.

Course Summary

Purpose: 
Learn how to create custom, reusable, GUI Swing components
Audience: 
Experienced Java Swing Programmers looking to advance their Java GUI programming capabilities
Skill Level: 
Learning Style: 

Hands-on training is customized, instructor-led training with an in-depth presentation of a technology and its concepts, featuring such topics as Java, OOAD, and Open Source.

Hands On
Duration: 
5 Days
Advanced Java Swing Programming is part of the Java SE Training curriculum.

What You'll Learn

In the Advanced Java Swing Programming training course you’ll learn:

  • Review of JFC architecture, event programming, and the Swing toolkit
  • Implementing drag-n-drop and cut-copy-paste using the data transfer model
  • Printing
  • 2D Graphics and the creation of custom renders
  • Developing custom models for standard JFC components
  • Advanced JFC component customization: JTable, JTree, JEditorPane, etc.
  • Building your own PLAF (pluggable look and feel)
  • Custom carets, highlighters, and key maps
  • Programming acessibility within JFC
  • Swing Utilities and threading issues
  • Automated functional testing
  • Packaging your Swing application for deployment

Meet Your Instructor

Simon Roberts

Simon Roberts has over 15 years of experience defining, developing, and delivering software development training programs.

As a Senior instructor and courseware developer for Sun Microsystems, Mr. Roberts developed and delivered Java training courses for Sun Educational Services internal and external customers. While at Sun, Mr. Roberts was a guest presenter at JavaOne, Java University and other software trade shows. Mr. Roberts most significant accolade was his work as the development lead in the design,...

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