C# for Java Programmers [Paperback]

Harold Cabrera (Author), Jeremy Faircloth (Author), Stephen Goldberg (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 193183654X | ISBN-13: 978-1931836548 | Publication Date: June 15, 2002 | Edition: 1

Java Programmers, Preprare for Microsoft's .NET initiative while enhancing your repertoire and marketability with C# for Java Progammers!
C# for Java Programmers will prepare readers for the .NET framework by building on what they already know about object-oriented languages and give them the means to maintain their flexibility and effectiveness in an un-certain marketplace. This book will compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of both Java and C# to allow programmers to make their own decisions regarding what each language is best used for.
Whatever your feelings are about Microsoft and its .NET initiative, there can be no denying that C# is here to stay. The C# language, a close cousin to Java, is a new object-oriented programming language (OOPL) designed to work within the .NET framework. It improves upon many of the vague or ill-defined areas of C++ that frequently lead programmers into trouble. C# is a strongly-typed, object-oriented language designed to give the optimum blend of simplicity, expressiveness, and performance.

Written specifically for Java programmers. C# for Java Programmers is not an introductory guide to C#, but builds on what Java programmers already know about object-oriented languages to give them an efficient means for making in-roads to the .NET framework.
Compare and Contrast. This book will compare and contrast many of the advantages and drawbacks of Java and C# to allow programmers to make informed, intelligent decisions based on the unique uses of each language.
Make your own in-depth analysis of C# and Java with the Syngress Wallet CD. Accompanying each book will be a wallet CD containing the HTML version of the text and in-depth code comparison to allow programmers to see for themselves the various differences between Java and C#.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Harold Cabrera (Sun Certified Java Programmer) was the Technical Editor of the Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Study Guide 2nd Edition and is a Software Engineer and Co-Founder of IdleWorks Inc. Harold is the Lead Architect for the software development team at IdleWorks, which develops distributed processing solutions for large- and medium-sized businesses with supercomputing needs. Chris Peiris currently lectures on Distributed Object Technology and Software Component Technologies subjects at Monash University, Caulfield, Victoria, Australia. He has been designing and developing MS Web solutions since 1995. His expertise lies in developing scalable, high-performance Web solutions for financial institutions and media groups.Brian Bagnall (Sun Certified Java Programmer and Developer) is the author of the popular book Core LEGO MINDSTORMS Programming and co-author of the Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Study Guide. Brian has worked for IBM and other leading computer companies. He is a key programmer of leJOS, a Java SDK for LEGO MINDSTORMS. Brian has bridged the world of LEGO MINDSTORMS and .NET by figuring out how to program the LEGO RCX brick or Cybermaster using C#.

Product Details

• Paperback: 613 pages
• Publisher: Syngress; 1 edition (June 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 193183654X
• ISBN-13: 978-1931836548
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,360,873 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jeremy Faircloth (Security+, CCNA, MCSE, MCP+I, A+) is a Sr. Manager/Solutions Architect for Best Buy, where he and his team architect and maintain enterprise-wide client/server and Web-based technologies. He is a member of the Society for Technical Communication and frequently acts as a technical resource for other IT professionals through teaching and writing, using his expertise to help others expand their knowledge. As a systems engineer with over 19 years of real-world IT experience, he has become an expert in many areas including Web development, database administration, enterprise security, network design, large enterprise applications and project management. Jeremy is also a contributing author to over a dozen technical books covering a variety of topics.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A superb book, August 13, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: C# for Java Programmers (Paperback)

If you're looking for a book that covers it all without bogging you down with impractical details, this is it--the author takes you through .NET technology from the perspective of a Java programmer. There are plenty of good, concise, working examples along with clear and easy-to-follow explanations. All in all, an excellent book written by a very knowledgeable group of people.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Book, May 4, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: C# for Java Programmers (Paperback)

I bought this book sometime ago and found it perfect for my needs. i am a intermediate level java programmer and i wanted to enter in windows programming. i tried couple of other books on c# but well....couldnt finish them all..until i bought this one!

This is by far the most straightfarword, quick and consise guide for a java programmer. it starts from ground zero and takes you to an intermediate level....the comparison between technologies helps you take advantage of your current java knowledge. All in all, the book is perfect to learn C# without relearning what you know..but here is a warning: the book may not be very fulfilling for an advanced programmer but still it is a good start for anyone!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Covers it all...., July 22, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: C# for Java Programmers (Paperback)

This one covers it all...makes the shift between the two languages as simple as possible. The book is clearly written from the perspective of people who are not only familiar with C# and the .NET platform, but can also sympathize with those of us who feel we have already invested so much time into Java, why switch now? (like you don't already know the answer to that question...come on, it might hurt to admit it but its obvious that everyone has to jump on the MS bandwagon now and then. You don't have to stay on it though ;-).
I especially liked the comparison of the applications in the two languages. This was very helpful to me.