{"id":89146,"date":"2023-05-31T05:30:41","date_gmt":"2023-05-31T11:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=89146"},"modified":"2023-06-22T06:55:48","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T12:25:48","slug":"study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare for Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you interested in becoming a professional Java developer? If it is yes, then you must take <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/ocajp-scja\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> certification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a certification from Oracle is the ideal way to assure that you stand out from the non-certified programmers in terms of skills and knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This blog conveys everything you need to know about Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) certification, including exam details, preparation strategy, syllabus, and even resources for preparation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, let&#8217;s dig in!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Who_should_attempt_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\" >Who should attempt the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#What_are_the_prerequisites_for_taking_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\" >What are the prerequisites for taking the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Why_to_take_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\" >Why to take the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Exam_domains_for_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\" >Exam domains for Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Study_materials_to_refer_for_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\" >Study materials to refer for Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Preparation_tips_for_Java_SE_8_Oracle_Certified_Associate_OCA_certification_Certification_exam\" >Preparation tips for\u00a0 Java SE 8 Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) certification\u00a0 Certification exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/study-guide-oracle-certified-java-se8\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_about_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All about Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/education.oracle.com\/oracle-certified-associate-java-se-8-programmer\/trackp_333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Oracle Certified Associate(1Z0-808)\u00a0 Java SE 8 Programmer certification<\/a> is an entry-level certification and it helps to build a basic understanding of Java programming language.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting certified in Java SE 8 Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) certification is a prior step in showcasing the higher level skills that are significant to become a professional Java developer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The roles and responsibilities of Java Developer such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Consolidation and Closing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrative Reporting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management of Profitability and Cost\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Account Reconciliation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Management<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_skills_measured_in_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the skills measured in the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) exam?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While taking Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification, the following skills are validated. Once you are familiar with the below skills, you can take Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) certification. And they are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-89313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-scaled.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-300x210.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-1024x717.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-768x538.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-1536x1075.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-2048x1434.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Oracle-Certified-Associate-Java-SE-8-Programmer-150x105.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Java<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Java 8 Date and Time API<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Java Application Development<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Java SE 8<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JDK 8<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lambda Expressions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Associate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_should_attempt_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who should attempt the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification can be ideal for those who want to get the Oracle certification and level up your <strong>Java programming skills<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification can be ideal for the following job titles:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software Engineers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software Developers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Programmers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_prerequisites_for_taking_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the prerequisites for taking the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are the prerequisites are considered before taking the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam and they are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates who have completed 12th grade, graduation or post-graduation from a recognised college\/ university.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Candidates should have working knowledge of computer language<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be familiar with the basics of Java and the OOP\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_to_take_the_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why to take the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification allows professionals the chance to show off in-demand abilities, accelerate project turnaround, enhance overall job performance, and raise their earning potential.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And some of the benefits attained by taking this certification such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can be able to expand your knowledge and validate your skills to their potential employers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting oracle certification can Improve potential earning power to get a higher salary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn to carry out complex, hands-on activities through lab, study and practice labs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtain a secure digital badge and it can be added to social media profiles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain exposure to a wide range of Java features, functions and tasks to complete a job.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_domains_for_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam domains for Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam partition into the following domains:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Java Basics<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Define the scope of variables\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defining Java class structure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating executable Java applications with the main method<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running Java program from the command line and producing console output<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Importing the other Java packages to make them accessible in your code<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compare and contrast features and components of Java, which includes platform independence, object orientation, encapsulation, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Working With Data Types pf Java\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Declare and set up variables, casting primitive data types as necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Differences between primitive variables and object reference variables.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">understanding of reading and writing to object fields<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifecycle of an object (creation, &#8220;dereference by reassignment,&#8221; and garbage collection)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make use of wrapper classes like Boolean, Double, and Integer in your programming. <\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Using Operators and Decision Constructs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employ Java operators to override operator precedence using brackets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using == and equals (), compare strings to other objects to see if they are equal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make ternary, if, and if\/else constructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put a switch statement to use<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Creating and Using Arrays<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create, utilise, initialise, and declare a single-dimensional array.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use, declare, and initialise multi-dimensional arrays<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Using Loop Constructs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make use of while loops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make and use enhanced for loops as well as others for loops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make use of do\/while loops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contrasting loop structures<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Working with chosen Methods and Encapsulation<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make arguments and return values for your methods, and include overloaded methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the term &#8220;static&#8221; in methods and fields.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create and overburden constructors; distinguish between user-defined and default constructors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put access modifiers in place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply the concepts of encapsulation to a class.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out what happens when primitive values and object references are provided into methods that update the values.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Working with Inheritance<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Describe the advantages of inheritance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create code that utilises polymorphism and that overrides methods; distinguish between the type of an object and the type of a reference<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify when casting is required.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To access constructors and objects, use this and super.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utilise interfaces and abstract classes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Handling Exceptions<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sort exceptions into checked, unchecked, and errors categories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a try-catch block, then analyse how exceptions affect the usual programme flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of exception handling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create and use an exception-throwing method.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognise common exception classes, such as ClassCastException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException, NullPointerException, and ArithmeticException.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Working with the specific classes from Java API<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By familiarizing yourself with the above domains, you can clear the exam and become a Java Developer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Study_materials_to_refer_for_Oracle_Certified_Associate_Java_SE_8_programmer1Z0-808_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study materials to refer for Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some study materials to go with it while preparing for the\u00a0 Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) Certification exam. And they are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Online training courses<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online courses are among the most effective ways to quickly learn a new technology, and they are also a great way to be ready for certification exams like Oracle&#8217;s Java certification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online courses are led by instructors and you can seek help from them whenever you need. Both in class and online training were provided. By actively participating in those training courses, you can know the obstacles while clearing the exam in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Books<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Books are the best companies and you can dive deeper into Java concepts by simply reading the books.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/OCA-Certified-Associate-Programmer-1Z0-808\/dp\/1118957407?tag=javamysqlanta-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OCA Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer I by Jean Boyarsky and Scott Selikoff<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/OCA-Java-Programmer-Certification-Guide\/dp\/1617293253?tag=javamysqlanta-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I Certification Guide (Exam 1Z0\u2013808) (Mala Gupta)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Oracle-Certified-Professional-Programmer-1Z0-809\/dp\/1484218353\/?tag=javamysqlanta-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 8 Programmer Exam 1Z0\u2013809 By Ganesh, Hari, and Tushar<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Participating in Forum<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joining a well-known forum or community is always a smart idea. Additionally, you&#8217;ll gain fresh perspectives, useful advice, and suggestions that will be very helpful while attempting the certification exam and mock tests. It is also advisable to read the blogs written by the community members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to keep you updated with the latest news and trends, you have to participate in forums like the official<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/community.oracle.com\/community\/technology_network_community\/certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Java Certification forum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can ask questions, clear doubts, and seek out help with other candidates who are preparing for exams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Practice tests<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice as much as possible by taking more practice tests and it makes you perfect. By solving many practice tests, you can develop the speed and accuracy required for the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The practice tests can get familiar with the real exam format and you can clear the exam with high scores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can be confident that you will pass the certification exam with a good grade if you are able to achieve more than 80% on the practice exams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t perform well enough on the practice exams, you should work on your preparation until you can achieve a score of more than 80%. Do finish all of the tests and provide answers to all of the questions. This can help you estimate how long you would need to answer each question on the actual exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_tips_for_Java_SE_8_Oracle_Certified_Associate_OCA_certification_Certification_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation tips for\u00a0 Java SE 8 Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) certification\u00a0 Certification exam<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the given pro tips can definitely helps you to become a Java Developer and they are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make a study plan: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining the entire exam syllabus is the first step. This will give you a thorough understanding of the subjects you must cover in the allotted time. Based on the number of topics and the amount of time needed to finish each segment, a study plan can be created.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Examine the Java SE 8 documentation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It contains thorough explanations and instances for all the Java SE 8 functionalities. To fully understand the language, examine these materials in-depth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coding practice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Practical coding practice is essential for passing the exam. To hone your programming abilities and develop confidence, complete coding challenges and exercises that are connected to the exam themes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main secret to become a successful Java aspirant will be consistent coding. The preparation method must be guided by the mantra &#8220;<\/span><b>Read, code, read, code<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221; The more you code, the more it advances your abilities. Create a code, run a Java programme, and then examine the outcome.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can more effectively grasp the fundamental principles of coding by playing with codes and examining the changes that occur when one line of code is modified. After learning a concept, put it to the test by creating some code and executing a programme.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning is reinforced when an idea is thoroughly understood by both theoretical knowledge from a book and practical application.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use study resources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A variety of study tools are at your disposal, including books, online tutorials, and practice exams. Select trustworthy as well as current materials that support the test&#8217;s objectives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Revise as much as possible <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Reviewing the lessons is the last stage in preparing for the Java SE 8 (OCAJP &#8211; 1Z0-808) Certification test. Revision is little more than keeping in mind the key ideas from each chapter. The prepared notes and advice come in handy at this point. Up to the last minute, review all the crucial information, practice coding, and take practice exams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These procedures are merely a reference for your planning. Learning methods might change depending on the individual and the amount of time needed to fully understand an idea. Prepare Thoroughly, maintain composure, and approach the test with assurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>How valuable is the Oracle Java Associate certification?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you&#8217;re a junior developer who is just starting your profession, obtaining Java accreditation and recognition is always beneficial for your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the salary of an Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to PayScale.com, Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmers can get an average pay of $83,000 per Year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is the Oracle Java exam hard?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passing Oracle&#8217;s Java Certification is difficult as it has a tough passing percentage, which is nearly 65% for both OCAJP (the Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer) as well as OCPJP (the Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer). And thus you need advanced level knowledge of Java as well as API language to succeed in the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is Java 8 certification still valid?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certifications are perpetual and it does not expire. Once you&#8217;ve earned a certification, you maintain it. Being OCAJP8 certified means that you will always be OCAJP8 certified.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Why is the Java 8 version still popular?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the key factors contributing to Java 8&#8217;s sustained popularity is the fact that it is an LTS (Long-Term Support) version. Unfortunately, not all Java releases are LTS releases. Since the policy&#8217;s implementation, only Java 8 (2014) and Java 11 (2018) have been acknowledged as having LTS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long does it take to prepare for Java 8 certification?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a novice seeking to enhance your Java programming skills, we suggest dedicating a minimum of three months to prepare for the exam. However, if your objective is solely to pass the exam then the answer is yes, it is possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is Oracle Java certification useful?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining official accreditation and recognition for your Java skills is beneficial for your career, even if you are a junior developer who is just beginning your professional journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summary<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hope this article outlines everything needed to pass Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) certification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing for the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer (1Z0-808) exam requires a constant and focused approach. By adhering to these guidelines and exercising discipline, you can boost your chances of clearing the Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer (1Z0-808) exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from this, relying on reliable and unique study materials can definitely help you to get good marks. And thus, Whizlabs offers training materials such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">practice tests<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hands-on labs <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/sandbox\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sandboxes <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to make you well prepared while appearing for the real exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any questions on this blog post, please feel free to comment us!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you interested in becoming a professional Java developer? If it is yes, then you must take Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 programmer(1Z0-808) certification. 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