Unit 8: Java Beans

Unit Overview

This unit will teach you to develop Java programs that use JavaBeans. In this unit, you will follow the Java Tutorial trail for JavaBeans. This unit only covers the main tutorial trails; the rest will be left unexplored. These are for you to follow as time permits.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this unit, you should be able to

1. describe the concepts of JavaBeans;
2. use the Beans Development Kit;
3. develop a Simple Bean.

Learning Activities

1. Read the Learning Notes and follow the links to read the recommended online materials.
2. Read the Review Questions and use the discussion board of this course to
   1. answer any two of the review questions;
   2. share any useful information about the supplemental reading materials that you have read;
   3. comment on another student’s response to the review questions;
   4. answer any questions posed to you.
3. Complete the Unit Exercise and share the experience with your peers on the discussion board. [Note: Do not post assignment-relevant pseudocodes or source codes at any time; however, you can post your thoughts, ideas, and problem-solving steps.]

Learning Notes

1. Read: The Java Tutorials. (2020). Trail: JavaBeans™. Redwood Shores, CA: Oracle Corporation.
2. Read: The Java Tutorials. (2020). Lesson: Writing a Simple Bean. Redwood Shores, CA: Oracle Corporation.