Sun Certification Training Guide (310-025, 310-027): Java™ 2 Programmer and Developer Exams

Chapter 1. Overview of the Java Programmer Exam

OBJECTIVES

This chapter helps you to prepare for the exam by covering the following learning objectives:

Know what topics are covered in the certification exam and what technologies are addressed by these topics.

• The skills required to pass the Java 2 programmer certification exam are many. You must be familiar with all aspects of the Java programming language. You must be familiar with the core packages of the Java 2 API. You must also be able to write both console and AWT programs. These areas cover a wide range of potential topics. By knowing the exact topics covered by the exam, you'll be able to focus on sharpening the programming skills you need to pass the exam.

Know how the exam is given. ...