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Java Concepts [Paperback]

Cay S. Horstmann (Author)
2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)


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January 4, 2005 0471697044 978-0471697046 4
Think like a programmer!
Now updated to integrate Java 5.0, Cay Horstmann's Java Concepts, Fourth Edition provides an up-to-date, highly effective, and accessible introduction to the Java language and a solid grounding in fundamental computer science concepts. Drawing on his many years of experience as a career programmer and teacher, Horstmann will inspire you to think like a programmer and develop the problem-solving skills you need to succeed in your course and future career.
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* Updated coverage to integrate Java 5.0. The text can still be used with older versions of Java.
* An approach that goes beyond language syntax to focus on computer science concepts and problem solving. The text encourages you to think as a problem solver and equips you with the tools you need to design efficient and successful programs.
* Review of Chapters 2 and 3 shows a gradual and student-friendly approach that is a Horstmann trademark.
* Horstmann provides extras like Quality Tips and Productivity Hints that give the user an inside track on the material. As always, there is a strong emphasis on the pragmatic and practical aspects of programming.
* Carefully developed problems and easy-to-understand examples. Java Concepts is loaded with exercises and examples, and you can find the code for examples online.
* The Programming Style Guide. Available online, the Programming Style Guide helps you develop a consistent style for all of your programming projects.
* New to this edition is an accessible and colorful text layout that helps you find the information that you need when you need it.
Other books by Cay Horstmann
Big Java, Second Edition, 0-471-70615-9
Object-Oriented Design and Patterns, 0-471-31966-X
Big C++ (with Timothy Budd), 0-471-47063-5
Computing Concepts with C++ Essentials, Third Edition, 0-471-16437-2


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"A wonderful introduction and overview of the Java programming language. It provides many tips to help you advance and dig deeper into Java." (Reinhard Voglmaier, UnixReview.com)

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This unique book teaches you the fundamental concepts of good computer programming while introducing you to one of the most powerful languages in use today--Java! It gives you an ideal balance between programming concepts and the details of Java. Rather than exhaustively cover the entire language, the author focuses on a subset of Java--a lean and practical core that is manageable, yet detailed enough to create powerful Java applets. And as you master the basics of Java, you'll be developing solid programming skills that will increase your effectiveness no matter which language you work with! Includes a wealth of practical advice, tips, and reference material. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 992 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley; 4 edition (January 4, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0471697044
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471697046
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #935,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Cay S. Horstmann is also coauthor of Core JavaServer Faces, Second Edition (Prentice Hall, 2007). Cay is a professor of computer science at San Jose State University, a Java Champion, and a frequent speaker at computer industry conferences.

 

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!, October 30, 1999
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This text is not designed to teach one to program in Java... its true purpose is to teach somebody who has *NEVER* programmed before (such as me) the basic concepts of Computer Programming, and happens to use Java 2 as the environment in which that is done.

It does a very good job of that; concepts are introduced in a logical order, with plenty of examples. The use of provided classes delays the need to learn difficult concepts (i.e. the provided ConsoleReader handles keyboard input) until basic programming concepts are learned.

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Don't let the big JAVA 2 on the cover fool you..., March 8, 2000
This book's main purpose was to teach the computing concepts using a little bit of Java. Don't plan on learning enough about the Java language itself to make something useful. I was deceived because I saw the words "Java 2" on the cover in big print. I guess one really can't blame the author for it because it does say "Computing Concepts w/ Java2 Essentials." It was still a disappointment to me since I wanted to learn Java from this book first. Of course, the price of this book is WAY too much for what it teaches. But if you want to learn just Computing Concepts, go ahead and buy it...however, I wouldn't recommend it =P
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Bad Book!!!, May 7, 2002
This book was bad..... in organization, setup, explanation, and examples.... If you want a good java book, LEWIS and LOFTUS is great. I regretfully have to buy BIG JAVA another Horstman great for a class. I sure hope its better than this one!
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