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-# java_practice
+# Java Learning Journey
+
+This repository contains small Java projects created while learning **Java** with a focus on **backend development** and **data-driven systems**.
+
+The goal is to build strong fundamentals in:
+- Object-Oriented Programming
+- Backend application logic
+- Relational data modeling
+- Clean, maintainable code
+
+---
+
+## Repository Structure
+
+Each folder is a **standalone mini-project** with its own entry point.
 
-Java Learning Journey
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