By the end of this course, learners will be able to design, implement, and optimize a complete Employee Management System using Java Database Connectivity (JDBC), apply CRUD operations, manage database transactions, handle exceptions, and structure applications using industry best practices such as the DAO pattern.

Build JDBC-Based Employee Management Systems in Java
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What you'll learn
Design and implement a complete Employee Management System using JDBC and the DAO pattern.
Apply CRUD operations, transaction management, and exception handling in Java database applications.
Optimize JDBC performance using prepared statements, batch processing, and best practices.
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January 2026
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the Employee Management System case study and builds a strong foundation in Java Database Connectivity (JDBC), helping learners understand how Java applications interact with relational databases using JDBC architecture and core components.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on implementing essential JDBC operations, including CRUD functionality, prepared statements, and transaction management, enabling learners to safely manipulate employee data in a database-driven Java application.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module enhances the reliability and scalability of the Employee Management System by introducing exception handling, input validation, batch processing, and application structuring using best-practice design patterns.
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9 videos4 assignments
This final module focuses on refining, securing, and completing the Employee Management System by applying resource management techniques, performance optimization strategies, and real-world deployment readiness practices.
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9 videos4 assignments
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