Introduction to Programming in Java: An Interdisciplinary Approach [Paperback]

Robert Sedgewick (Author), Kevin Wayne (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 27, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0321498054 | ISBN-13: 978-0321498052 | Edition: 1

By emphasizing the application of computer programming not only in success stories in the software industry but also in familiar scenarios in physical and biological science, engineering, and applied mathematics, Introduction to Programming in Java takes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching programming with the Java^™ programming language.

Elements of Programming: Your First Program; Built-in Types of Data; Conditionals and Loops; Arrays; Input and Output. Functions and Modules: Static Methods; Libraries and Clients; Recursion. Object-Oriented Programming: Data Types; Creating Data Types; Designing Data Types. Algorithms and Data Structures: Performance; Sorting and Searching; Stacks and Queues; Symbol Tables.

For all readers interested in introductory programming courses using the Java programming language.

Product Details

• Paperback: 736 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley; 1 edition (July 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321498054
• ISBN-13: 978-0321498052
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.9 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #18 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > Languages & Tools > Java > Beginner's Guides

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About the Author

Robert Sedgewick teaches in the Department of Computer Science at Princeton University. His primary areas of research are analytic combinatorics and the design, analysis, and implementation of algorithms. He is the author of a widely-used series on algorithms published by Addison-Wesley Professional. Sedgewick is on the Board of Directors for Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Kevin Wayne also teaches in the Department of Computer Science at Princeton University. His research focuses on theoretical computer science, especially optimization and the design, analysis, and implementation of computer algorithms. Wayne received his PhD from Cornell University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 736 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley; 1 edition (July 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321498054
• ISBN-13: 978-0321498052
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.9 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #18 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > Languages & Tools > Java > Beginner's Guides

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Pleasant Introduction to Progamming and Java March 7, 2011

By Brian DeLacey

Format:Paperback

This is an excellent book for someone new to programming. It's also a great next step for an experienced programmer learning Java. It is surprisingly easy reading for an expansive 700+ page book. The authors also have a great website: [...]

The book is full of short, self-contained sample programs that are easy to explore. The pages are decorated with helpful sidebar illustrations and descriptive elaborations of code. Sample results are often presented, which makes it easy to read through and understand how a given Java program works. The book includes instructive use of color (shades of blue) and greyscale printing to enhance the reading and learning experience.

The four major sections of the book are: Elements of Programming, Functions and Modules, Object-Oriented Programming, and Algorithms and Data Structures. Algorithms is a topic the authors are well known for; I'm certainly glad they've extended their repertoire here.

The "Anatomy of a Class" on page 377 is just one of many examples where the authors analyze and break down a code sample in a way that gives the reader a much deeper understanding of Java. The authors get you close to the code. The layout of this book makes it easy for you to think about Java and programming concepts as you read.

This is a comprehensive yet enjoyable book covering the essential elements of both Programming and Java.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent programming book May 20, 2010

By Edward Berne

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This is the best book on programming among the many I've read. Sedgewick & Wayne concentrate on the programming part of "Programming in Java." There's a lot of information on various algorithms. There are a number of useful utility classes available on the books website. By using the utilities the student can focus on important programming idioms and methods, without getting too bogged down in the details. In contrast to many other beginning Java texts, the reader is treated with respect. Plus the exercises are a lot of fun!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a gem! January 3, 2012

By Adolfo Fuentes

Format:Paperback

I have a long experience in programming, as most of the reviewers found here. As one can imagine, this accounts for lots of books in FORTRAN, C, C++, Pascal, BASIC, Python, Perl, etc., over time, but none of them has been so fun to read and teach from, as this gem. In addition, there is a wealth of information in the book webpage, which makes it ideal for self-study.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book October 17, 2009

By Neutronstar

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The book is fabulous. It offers an intriguing insight into java for beginners {mostly students}. The extra problems in each exercise are highly creative and some of them offer a very good challenge. Overall a fantastic book for beginners in java.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars an excellent book February 6, 2008

By lov2read

Format:Paperback

Truly an excellent book: well-written, clear, and very interesting (unusual for a cs textbook). This book is a great introduction to programming, but also to the field of computer science, and is full of exciting examples of applications to problems in other fields, including physics and genomics. A real gem!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book about programming (in Java) December 9, 2008

By Domingo Gallardo Lopez

Format:Paperback

Great book, great edition, great authors. The best book for a first year course in programming in a technical or science degree.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Introduction to Java January 28, 2011

By Tiger2012

Format:Paperback

Kevin Wayne and Robert Sedgewick have put together an indispensable book for anyone looking to learn to program in Java for the first time. I used this book for an introductory programming class, and it was all I needed to make it through the course.

The text isn't dry-it's written as if the professors are talking to you directly. It's filled with useful examples, and jam packed with "cheat-sheet" style tables to help you memorize crucial commands and Java syntax.

Overall great book. Pairs well with the online resources that Sedgewick and Wayne make available on the book's website.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it, perfect for my AP:CS student. November 30, 2012

By HP

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I highly recommend Introduction to Programming in Java: An Interdisciplinary Approach and the related course online, I think Sedgewick's books is perfect for someone just starting to learn programming or someone who wants to learn Java. Intro to Algorithms is a bonus in that book.