10 Tips to Become a Better Java Developer in 2019

I often receive emails from my readers about how they can become a better Java developer, what things they should learn, and which area they can work on to become a Rockstar Java developer. After answering them individually over the last few years, I thought to jot down a couple of points which I think will make you a better Java Programmer and Application developer. But, before going into that, I would like to stress that a better programmer is always a better Java developer and that's why all the tips I have shared before to improve your programming skill and become a better programmer still holds true.

Top 5 Online Courses to Learn to Code With No Programming Experience- Best of Lot

Programming and/or Coding is one of the important skills for today's technical world and awareness of coding is growing every passing day. In my time, about 20 years back, I only learned to code when I entered into engineering college to pursue Computer Science and Engineering degree, but things have changed a lot since then. Nowadays, even kids have started learning to code, even my daughter can code and much better than what I can do even in college. More accessible computing gadgets like iPad, iPhone, Smartphone and Laptops has truly changed the environment and made Coding or Programming more accessible.

5 Websites to Learn SQL Online for FREE

The SQL is one of the most important skills for any programmer be it a Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or Ruby developer. Almost 95% of the Java applications use a relational database in their back-end and almost all web applications use the database. In recent years, one of the most common way to learn any programming skill is online, at your comfort of the office or home and SQL is no different. Learning SQL online has another advantage of a quick head start because you don't need to install a database and create tables to write some SELECT queries. The installation and setup is definitely a tough part for beginners and I have gone through that pain every time I have to learn a new database.

How to become a better Java Programmer?

First of all, wish you very happy new year guys. It's that time of year when we start afresh, make plans, set goals and make resolutions for the new year. Being a Java developer and author of a Java blog, I frequently receive a  lot of request from Java programmers from all over the world about how they can improve themselves? How they can become a better Java developer and do well in their job and career. In the past, I have shared my 10 tips to become a better programmer and every tip on that article still holds true but given it's a new year. I have decided to jot down some new resolutions for Java programmers to improve themselves, enhance their knowledge on Java Programming and increase their value for future career growth.

Top 20 String Algorithm Questions from Coding Interviews

In this article, we are going to see top 20 String based coding interview question and their solution to help programmers better prepare for interviews. The string is one of the most important data structure and available in almost every programming language like Java, C, C++, Python, Perl, and Ruby. Though there implement differ the essence remains same like String is NULL terminated character array in C but String is an object in Java, again backed by character array. The string is also available on weekly typed languages like Python and Perl.  This is why you will always find some String based coding question on programming interview.

Top 5 Data Science and Machine Learning Courses to Learn Online - Best of Lot

Many programmers and Computer Science graduates are moving towards Data Science and Machine learning hoping for better pay and career opportunity and there is a reason for it. Data Scientist and Machine Learning Specialist have been ranked the number one job on Glassdoor for last a couple of years and the average salary of a data scientist is over $120,000 in the United States according to Indeed. Data Science is not only a rewarding career in terms of money but also it provides the opportunity to solve some of the world's most interesting problems.  IMHO, that's the main motivation many good programmers are moving towards Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence.