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Enter the World of Graphical User Interfaces

Let's make sure your Java applications are user friendly! Learn about graphical user interfaces, and how to create them.

Create a Simple Window Using JFrame

Use JFrame to create a simple window for a Java application.

The JComponent Class

All Swing components that start with the letter "J" derive from the JComponent class.

Using Panels

How to split up an application window with panels.

Introducing Menus

How to add menus to your application.

Adding Labels

Labels can display text and images, and are used to describe other components of the user interface.
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