Thinking in Java (3rd Edition)
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Thinking in Java is a printed version of Bruce Eckel's online materials that provides a useful perspective on mastering Java for those with previous programming experience. The author's take on the essence of Java as a new programming language and the thorough introduction to Java's features make this a worthwhile tutorial.
Thinking in Java begins a little esoterically, with the author's reflections on why Java is new and better. (This book's choice of font for chapter headings is remarkably hard on the eyes.) The author outlines his thoughts on why Java will make you a better programmer, without all the complexity. The book is better when he presents actual language features. There's a tutorial to basic Java types, keywords, and operators. The guide includes extensive source code that is sometimes daunting (as with the author's sample code for all the Java operators in one listing.) As such, this text will be most useful for the experienced developer.
The text then moves on to class design issues, when to use inheritance and composition, and related topics of information hiding and polymorphism. (The treatment of inner classes and scoping will likely seem a bit overdone for most readers.) The chapter on Java collection classes for both Java Developer's Kit (JDK) 1.1 and the new classes, such as sets, lists, and maps, are much better. There's material in this chapter that you are unlikely to find anywhere else.
Chapters on exception handling and programming with type information are also worthwhile, as are the chapters on the new Swing interface classes and network programming. Although it adopts somewhat of a mixed-bag approach, Thinking in Java contains some excellent material for the object-oriented developer who wants to see what all the fuss is about with Java.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Description
Bruce Eckel's Thinking in Java - JavaWorld Editor's Choice Award for Best Book, 2001 JavaWorld Reader's Choice Award for Best Book, 2000 Software Development Magazine Productivity Award, 1999 Java Developer's Journal Editor's Choice Award for Best Book, 1998 Software Development Magazine Jolt Product Excellence Award (for Thinking in C++), 1995 Thinking in Java has earned raves from programmers worldwide for its extraordinary clarity, careful organization, and small, direct programming examples. From the fundamentals of Java syntax to its most advanced features (in-depth object-oriented concepts, multithreading, automated project building, unit testing, and debugging), Thinking in Java is designed to teach, one simple step at a time. The classic Java Introduction, fully updated for Java 2 version 1.4, with new topics throughout! New testing framework validates each program and shows you the output. New chapter on unit testing, automated building, assertions, logging, debugging, and other ways to keep your programs in tune. Completely rewritten threading chapter gives you a solid grasp of the fundamentals. 350+ working Java programs, rewritten for this edition. 15,000+ lines of code. Companion web site includes all source code, annotated solution guide, essays and other resources. Includes entire Foundations for Java multimedia seminar on CD-ROM for Windows, Linux and Mac. For beginners and experts alike. Teaches Java linguistics, not platform-dependent mechanics. Thorough coverage of fundamentals; demonstrates advanced topics. Explains sound object-oriented principles as they apply to Java. Hands-on Java CD available online, with 15 hours of lectures and slides by Bruce Eckel. Live seminars, consulting, and reviews available. www.BruceEckel.com What people are saying- "The best book on Java...Your depth is amazing." "Definitely the thinking person's choice in a Java book." "One of the absolutely best programming tutorials I've seen, for any language."
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