OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING WITH JAVA: A Practical Guide to Software Design and Application Development

Authors

Jeffrey V. Tolentino

Keywords:

Object-oriented programming, Java programming, software development, classes and objects, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, exception handling, application development, programming education

Synopsis

Object-Oriented Programming with Java: A Practical Guide to Software Design and Application Development provides a structured, practical, and learner-centered introduction to Java programming and object-oriented software development. Organized into fourteen chapters across five major parts, the book guides learners from Java foundations, data types, input and output, decision structures, loops, and arrays to classes, objects, methods, constructors, packages, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, exception handling, and complete application development. Rather than treating object-oriented programming as a collection of isolated language features, it develops object-oriented thinking as a disciplined approach to modeling real-world problems by combining data and behavior within clearly designed objects. Each chapter includes learning outcomes, key concepts, verified code examples, Philippine-context applications, best practices, common programming pitfalls, reflection activities, and self-assessments. Its central instructional feature is the cumulative Application Build, through which students progressively design, code, test, and improve a functional Java application while applying the concepts introduced in every chapter. The book is intended for computer science and information technology students, instructors, beginning programmers, and aspiring software developers seeking to strengthen their logical reasoning, coding discipline, problem-solving ability, and readiness for professional application development.

Author Biography

Jeffrey V. Tolentino

Mr. Tolentino is an information technology educator and academic administrator with extensive experience in teaching computer programming, software development, and other computing-related professional courses. He has served as a faculty member at Pangasinan State University, where he has handled subjects such as Object-Oriented Programming and other courses involving the application of programming principles, problem-solving techniques, and software design. He has also served as College Dean at the university’s Lingayen Campus, contributing to the administration, academic development, and implementation of programs within the field of information and computing technology.

His academic and professional interests include object-oriented programming, Java application development, mobile application development, software engineering, educational technology, and the effective integration of digital tools into teaching and learning. He is the author of Object-Oriented Programming with Java: A Practical Guide to Software Design and Application Development, an instructional resource designed to help students understand essential programming concepts through structured explanations, practical examples, and application-based activities. He has also participated in collaborative scholarly and technology-related projects, including work involving Android game development.

As an educator, administrator, curriculum contributor, and author, Mr. Tolentino remains committed to improving the quality of information technology education through practical, outcomes-based, and learner-centered instructional approaches. His teaching and academic work emphasize the connection between programming theory and real-world software development, enabling students to strengthen their technical knowledge, logical reasoning, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. Through his continuing involvement in instruction, academic leadership, and learning-resource development, he contributes to the preparation of competent, ethical, innovative, and industry-ready computing professionals.

References

The full list of references can be found in the complete book.

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Published

June 30, 2026
Copyright (c) 2026 Jeffrey V. Tolentino (Author)

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ISBN-13 (15)

978-621-8546-10-3

How to Cite

OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING WITH JAVA: A Practical Guide to Software Design and Application Development. (2026). Philippine Technical Institute (PTI Press). https://press.pti.edu.ph/index.php/ptip/catalog/book/14