Java Swing Workshop

Welcome to the Java Swing Workshop! This hands-on session covers the basics of Swing programming and event handling for building GUI applications in Java.

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Workshop Flow

Time	Topic	Details
1:30 - 1:35 PM	Setup	Install IntelliJ IDEA, configure Java SDK, and set up a basic project.
1:35 - 1:45 PM	Introduction to Swing	Overview of Swing, its architecture, and comparison with AWT.
1:45 - 2:00 PM	First Swing Application	Hands-on: Write a minimal Swing program using JFrame and JLabel.
2:00 - 2:15 PM	Swing Layouts and Components	Add multiple components with layouts like FlowLayout, BorderLayout, and GridLayout.
2:15 - 2:35 PM	Event Handling	Build an interactive program demonstrating ActionListener and KeyListener.
2:35 - 3:25 PM	Hands-On Project: Calculator	Create a basic calculator with buttons for arithmetic operations.
3:25 - 3:30 PM	Closing and Q&A	Summarize the topics, share resources, and address questions.

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Source Code

Programs Covered:

• SwingIntro.java: Minimal Swing application.
• SwingLayouts.java: Example of layouts and multiple components.
• EventHandling.java: Example of button clicks and key press events.
• Calculator.java: Hands-on project to build a functional calculator.

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How to Clone and Run in IntelliJ

Step 1: Clone the Repository

1. Open IntelliJ IDEA.
2. Go to File > New > Project from Version Control.
3. Select Git and provide the repository URL in the prompt.
4. Choose a directory on your machine and click Clone.

Step 2: Open the Project

1. IntelliJ will automatically open the cloned project. If not, go to File > Open and select the cloned folder.

Step 3: Configure the SDK

1. Go to File > Project Structure > SDKs.
2. Click + and select Add JDK.
3. Navigate to your installed JDK (e.g., Java 21) and click OK.

Step 4: Mark src as Source Root

1. Right-click the src folder in the Project view.
2. Select Mark Directory as > Sources Root.

Step 5: Run a Program

1. Locate the desired file in the src folder (e.g., SwingIntro.java).
2. Right-click the file and select Run 'SwingIntro.main()'.

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Resources

1. Swing Documentation: Official Oracle Swing tutorial.
2. Java SDK Downloads: Download Java 21 LTS.
3. IntelliJ IDEA Guide: Follow the installation guide in the setup/ folder.

Happy coding! 🚀