Java Web Programming: Building a Social Media Backend

Building web applications with Java is a foundational skill for modern software developers. This text-based course teaches you the core principles of backend architecture by walking through the design and implementation of essential social media features. You will gain a clear understanding of request handling, database interactions, user authentication, and RESTful API architecture through structured text explanations and annotated code examples. What you'll learn: - Understand core Java web concepts, HTTP protocols, and client-server architecture - Design data models and manage persistent storage using relational databases - Build RESTful endpoints for user registration, authentication, and profile management - Implement social features including post publishing, feeds, comments, and user interactions - Apply modern Java practices such as record classes, robust exception handling, and clean layering - Practice structuring scalable web services with proper input validation and security basics The course begins with foundational web definitions and core Java architecture before guiding you through step-by-step code walkthroughs for each service component. This course is tailored for beginners and aspiring developers with basic programming knowledge who want to master backend development. Start reading today to build your foundation in Java web programming.