The Java Programming Boot Camp for the intake of 41 Information Technology and Information Systems undergraduates was successfully conducted on March 14^th and 15^th at the KDU Southern Campus. This event was organized in collaboration with the Alumni Association FOC and FOC’s Entrepreneurial Support, Industrial Training, and Career Guidance Unit (eICU), aiming to enhance the participants’ programming skills and knowledge through a comprehensive curriculum.

Key Topics Covered

The boot camp included the following core areas:

• Master Core Java Concepts: Participants delved into the foundational aspects of Java programming, ensuring a solid understanding of the language.
• Hands-On Projects & Coding Challenges: Practical experience was emphasized through various projects and coding challenges, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, and File Handling: These critical concepts were thoroughly explored, equipping students with the necessary tools to tackle complex programming tasks.
• Best Practices for Clean Code: The importance of writing clean, maintainable code was highlighted, preparing students for professional coding standards.

Resource Persons

The boot camp featured a lineup of esteemed resource persons who shared their expertise:

• Mr. Gagana Abeyrathna
  Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
  Consultant / Software Engineer
  SPIL Labs (Pvt) Ltd
• Mr. Maneesha Nirman
  Oracle Certified Engineer
  Certified Scrum Master
  Certified GenAI Engineer
  Virtusa (Pvt) Ltd
• Mr. Supun Ekanayaka
  Engineer – Technology
  Oracle Certified Engineer
  Virtusa (Pvt) Ltd
• Mr. Sehan Iroshana
  Software Engineer
  IFINITY (Pvt) Limited

These professionals provided invaluable insights and guidance, enriching the learning experience for all participants. The boot camp not only aimed to enhance technical skills but also fostered a collaborative learning environment, preparing students for successful careers in the tech industry in future.