This document discusses various topics related to Java class design including: - The first object oriented programming language was Simula from 1965 - Examples are provided to demonstrate polymorphism and abstract classes in Java - The java.time package provides improved date/time functionality over java.util.Date - Design principles like single responsibility, open/closed, Liskov substitution, and others are covered - Tools for exploring class design structures like dependencies are listed - Local meetups focused on software design and development are shared.