Absolute Java.

Author: Savitch
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Bestselling author Walter Savitch provides a comprehensive and in-depth approach to learning the Java language. The book he wrote is considered a classic in Java literature, covering all aspects of the Java programming language, offering essential tools for both Java beginners and experienced Java programmers. The book thoroughly explains the Java language, provides complete executable code, and also discusses topics such as classes, inheritance, polymorphism, UML, and javadoc. This book can be used as a textbook or reference for teaching Java courses. The main features of this book include: providing the basic elements of the Java language in a complete Java program environment; including extended content on the Java language, such as Vector, Swing, linked lists, and multithreading; discussing modern programming topics, such as UML and patterns; adopting a multi-faceted presentation style and an expandable teaching method to meet the needs of readers at all levels, including common errors, tips, self-test questions, and answers. The book has a related Addison-Wesley CodeMate, which is an online professional programming guide. With CodeMate, readers can browse, compile, run, and edit program projects directly through the electronic version of the book without installing a compiler.
Content of the accompanying CD: The CD included with this book contains a free copy of the J2SDK, which is the standard version 1.4 and an enhanced version of Java 2.0. This copy includes a Java compiler and an IDE. This book is an excellent textbook and reference for teaching Java programming. In terms of content organization, it primarily revolves around the characteristics of the Java language itself, covering all aspects of the Java language. The book explores various programming techniques and systematically introduces the Java language, with particularly detailed explanations of inheritance, polymorphism, and exception handling. Additionally, it discusses Java collections and the Java standard library, with separate chapters on recursion and linked list data structures. The book has a well-structured and flexible layout, with exercises and answers at the end of each chapter, making it easy to learn, understand, and use. The book starts with simple explanations and gradually delves deeper, unfolding layer by layer. Therefore, it is suitable for both beginners and experienced programmers.