Coding in Java II

Designed for students who have already spent time programming in Java, this course will extend your knowledge of programming fundamentals, concentrating on object-oriented subjects. Some of the computer science concepts taught in this course include exception handling, graphical user interfaces, designing your own classes and polymorphism.

What You’ll Learn

• Fundamentals of collections
• How to handle exceptions in a program
• How to build graphical user interfaces (GUIs) with Swing and use events in a GUI

Who Should Register

This course is for incoming ninth to 12th graders who have already spent time programming. To enroll, you should have taken Coding in Java I or have equivalent experience. Expect to learn at a fast pace.

More Information

The in-person section is taught on the UW Seattle campus. You’ll need regular access to a laptop. If you can’t bring one, we have a limited number of laptops for students with demonstrated need. Reach out to us at ytp@uw.edu.

There’s a nonrefundable $50 registration fee each quarter you register. See the FAQs page for details about registration, refunds, waitlists and more. 

Earn a Digital Badge

After participating in this course, you can claim a Youth & Teen Programs digital badge that you can highlight on college and job applications and share on social media.

Details

Jul 27–Aug 7, 2026 3A	Day Mon–Fri	Time 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
	Location UW Seattle	Cost $995
	Instructor Jack Straub	Status Opens Jan 27, 2026