How many different ways can a great technical book stand out from the pack? That's a question you'll be able to answer in spades, once you ve gone through Cameron McKenzie s, Ultimate SCJA Certification Study Guide. Everyone that puts their hands on the SCJA Certification Guide, from www.scja.com, comments on two things right away: 1) how entertaining the book is, and 2) how easy it is to read. "I couldn t believe it! I read through the first three chapters in one sitting, and those three chapters made me want to read three more!" Those are the types of comments we are flooded with when people finally get their hands on their SCJA Certification Guide. And there are very good reasons as to why this Java book is so readable, and so enjoyable, not the least of which is the fact that the entire book was written, from start to finish, by one, and only one, author. The one-author-book is a rarity in the technical world these days, but its significance can't be understated. From start to finish, the author makes the objective of this book clear: to get the reader certified, FAST. With one, single, focused author penning the pages, this book reads like a single, clear and contiguous thought. The fragmentation seen in so many books, written by multiple authors, is nowhere to be seen in this logical and free-flowing certification guide. But not only is the book entertaining and easy to read, it approaches Java, and the whole issue of approaching Java certification, from an entirely new perspective. Most people penning a book on Java would start the book by discussing syntax and code. But Cameron McKenzie refuses to fall into that old trap, instead, turning the SCJA Exam objectives on their head, by starting off with an in depth discussion the big picture issues, getting the reader excited about Java, and enthusiastic about learning how the language works. This is the ultimate Java Certification Guide. If you want to get certified, get your hands on Cameron McKenzie's SCJA Certification Study Guide.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
its acceptable but not great,
By Chris (Philly) - See all my reviews
This review is from: SCJA Sun Certified Java Associate Study Guide for Test CX-310-019, 2nd Edition - Incredible Update to the former ExamScam Book (Paperback)
This book is fine, readable, and since there isnt much competition, its good to prepare for the exam.
However, I cant believe the author is a Java/programming expert. At some point he says that it is easier to parse strings by kicking off an external Perl program. And he frequently discusses StringBuffers, Vectors, etc which good Java programmers in this decade would not champion (should use StringBuilders and ArrayLists). Also, as some others have said, his language is not precise and the editing/proofreading is really bad. I dont really think it is 1 star, I think it is worth purchasing (maybe 2 or 3 stars), but the average score is too high. :) Chris
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
a great resource for getting certified,
By Meeri Perunka (Cyprus) - See all my reviews
This review is from: SCJA Sun Certified Java Associate Study Guide for Test CX-310-019, 2nd Edition - Incredible Update to the former ExamScam Book (Paperback)
I just really enjoyed the format and style of the book. It was straight to the point - easy to read - filled with pertininent information - and in the end it was the reason I passed the SCJA exam.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
100% Scores in 6 of the 8 Exam Categories!!!,
By Rhode Island Ready (Rhode Island) - See all my reviews
This review is from: SCJA Sun Certified Java Associate Study Guide for Test CX-310-019, 2nd Edition - Incredible Update to the former ExamScam Book (Paperback)
I just passed the SCJA exam this morning, with the following scores.
Fundamental OO Concepts : 100 % UML Representation of OO Concepts : 83 % Java Implementation of OO Concepts : 100 % Algorithm Design and Fundamental : 100 % Java Development Fundamentals : 100 % Java Platform and Integration Technologies : 100 % Client Technologies : 83 % Server Technologies : 100 % This book, and the SCJA Exam Questions Book were the only two resources that I used to study. They're definitely all you need to pass the exam. These books are awesome!
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