Java Practical Tutorial (3rd Edition)

Author: Herbert Schildt (USA)
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Publish Date: 2005-12-01
Features: This book is written by the renowned programmer and best-selling author Herbert Schildt, providing a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of Java programming, using the new J2SE 5 version. It employs a step-by-step guide to help readers quickly master Java programming techniques. Readers will first learn why Java is the preferred programming language for the Internet, its object-oriented programming features, and the general form of Java programs. Next, they will study the basics of Java programming, including data types, operators, control statements, classes, objects, and methods. Then, they will explore advanced topics such as inheritance, exception handling, I/O systems, multithreading, and applets. The book also specifically introduces new features of J2SE 5, such as generics, autoboxing, enums, and static imports. Highly praised abroad, this is an excellent self-study and training textbook for learning Java programming. The book adopts a tutorial-style organization, with each chapter building on the foundations laid in previous ones. It consists of 14 chapters (modules), each discussing a specific topic related to Java. The book’s distinctive feature is its inclusion of many reader-friendly elements. Key Skills Each chapter includes key skills, marked as sections within the chapters. Thought Questions and Exercises Each chapter provides thought questions and exercises to test the knowledge learned, with answers provided in the appendix. Learning Checks After each section, there is a "Learning Check" with answers provided in footnotes. Expert Q&A Each chapter features "Expert Q&A" in a question-and-answer format, introducing supplementary knowledge and key points. Practice Projects Each chapter includes 1–2 practical projects to help readers apply the knowledge they’ve learned to real-world scenarios.
About the Author Herbert Schildt is a world-class author of programming books, with over 3 million copies of his works sold. He is the author of numerous best-selling books, including Java 2: The Complete Reference, Java 2 Programmer's Reference, C++: The Complete Reference, and more. His personal website is HerbSchildt.com.