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Chapter 3: Java Syntax and Basic Structure Chapter 3: Java Syntax and Basic Structure Understanding the syntax and basic structure of Java is the foundation of becoming a skilled Java developer. In this chapter, we will explore how a typical Java program is structured, what elements are required, and how to write your first working Java code. 🧱 Basic Structure of a Java Program Every Java program starts with a class. Inside this class, we define the main() method which is the entry point of the program. public class HelloWorld { public static void main(String[] args) { System.out.println("Hello, World!"); } } 📌 Key Components 1. Class Declaration A Java program must have at least one class declaration. Syntax: public class ClassName { // class body } 2. The main() Method This is the entry point of any standalone Java application: public static void main(String[] args) { // code to execute } 3. Stateme...

  Chapter 3: Java Syntax and Basic Structure 3.1 Structure of a Java Program A basic Java program follows a specific structure that includes: Class definition main() method (entry point) Statements inside curly braces Example: Public class MyProgram { public static void main(String[] args) { System.out.println("Java is powerful!"); } } 3.2 Components of a Java Program 3.3 Java Syntax Rules Java is case-sensitive: Main ≠ main File name must match the class name (for public class) The main() method must be exactly: public static void main(String[] args) 3.4 Java Comments Comments are used to make code easier to understand. Single-line comment: // This is a single-line comment Multi-line comment: /* This is a multi-line comment */ Documentation comment (for APIs): /** * This class prints Hello World. */ 3.5 Printing Output in Java We use System.out.println() or System.out.print() to show output. ➤ Example: System.out.println("Welcome!"); System.out.print("Hello ...